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DIRECTV
Digital Video Recording Features
The beginning or end of my program was cut off
Some networks begin shows earlier or later than their schedule indicates. Because your
DIRECTV
Digital Satellite Recorder starts and ends a recording at the time listed in the
schedule, you may miss the beginning or end of a particular program. If this happens for a show
that you record regularly (or you want to be sure to catch the end of the big game), you can use
the Overtime Scheduler™ to add "padding" to the beginning or end of a recording. You can add
padding while you are scheduling a recording, to any recording on the "To Do List," or even while
a recording is is progress.
To add padding while scheduling a recording
:
The Program Information screen that appears when you select a program includes the choices
"Record This Episode" and "Get a Season Pass." Highlight one of these options, then press
RIGHT arrow and select "Options." Change the "Start Recording" or "Stop Recording" options as
appropriate.
To add padding to a program on your "To Do List" (DIRECTV Central > Messages and Setup
> Pick Programs To Record > To Do List):
Select the program that you want to change. On the next screen, select "Options." Change the
"Start Recording" or "Stop Recording" options as appropriate.
To add additional padding to the end of a program that is currently recording
:
Highlight the program on your "Now Playing List" screen and press RIGHT arrow. Highlight
"Change recording options." Change the "Start Recording" or "Stop Recording" options as
appropriate.
Can I keep a recording longer?
If you would like to save a particular recording longer, highlight it on your Now Playing List screen
and press the RIGHT arrow key on your remote. Highlight the "Save Until" option and press
SELECT. You can extend the time that the recording will be saved or mark it "Save Until I Delete"
if you want to keep it for an extended period of time.
You can also save a recording to a VCR tape for long-term storage.
Can I record two programs at the same time?
You can record two shows at once with your DIRECTV Recorder. The dual-tuner feature also
makes it possible to record two shows at the same time and watch a third pre-recorded program.
To use the dual-tuner feature, your DIRECTV Recorder must be connected to two lines from a
Dual LNB DIRECTV satellite dish. Professional installation is recommended. Find out more at
DIRECTV.com. If you need assistance connecting your second tuner, see Installation Self Help.
