| 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 |
| In order to enjoy the full benefits of the | receiving system is built into HDTV sets, so |
| service, your recorder must be continuously | viewers who purchase this HDTV equipment |
| connected to a land-based phone and two (2) | will have easy access. |
| satellite inputs from a dual-LNB system. | |
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| DIRECTV Digital Satellite Recorder is the | In order to receive the signal, the dish must |
| latest advancement in their technology - a | have a direct line of sight to the south through |
| satellite receiver that combines access to | a window. However, many types of window |
| programming with their Digital Video | glass degrade the satellite signal. Therefore, |
| Recording (DVR) service with TiVo. | it's strongly recommended that you install your |
| | satellite dish outside in a suitable location. |
| The recorder with remote control will also be | |
| sold without a dish antenna for customers who | DIRECTV asks customers to connect the |
| already have the service. | receiver to a land-based phone line for billing |
| | and pay per view ordering purposes. You |
| | cannot connect a cellular phone to your |
| | receiver; it must be a land-based phone line. |
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