DirecTV is a leading American direct broadcast satellite service provider delivering digital television, audio, and streaming entertainment to households across the United States.
DirecTV is a prominent American provider of direct broadcast satellite service, originally launched in 1994 and headquartered in El Segundo, California. As a major competitor in the subscription television market, DirecTV transmits digital satellite television and audio to households throughout the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
The brand offers a wide range of hardware solutions to support its service, including the advanced Genie HD DVR system, Gemini streaming devices, and various high-definition receivers. Known for its comprehensive sports programming and premium content packages, DirecTV continues to evolve with hybrid satellite and internet-based streaming options for modern entertainment needs.
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To program your remote, press the MENU button, select 'Settings & Help', then 'Settings', and 'Remote Control'. Select 'IR/RF Setup' and follow the on-screen prompts to pair it with your TV or other equipment.
On the Genie 2, a solid green light means normal operation. A flashing yellow light indicates a degraded wireless video connection (check that the device is vertical), and a solid red light indicates a system error requiring a restart.
Locate the red reset button on the side or back of your receiver and press it once. Alternatively, you can unplug the receiver's power cord for 15 seconds and plug it back in.
Most DirecTV receivers have an access card slot behind a door on the front panel or on the side. For the Genie 2 server, the card slot is located on the rear panel.