Directv HDTV

Essentials In Watching DIRECTV HDTV

The popularity of HDTV continues to grow day by the day, as more and more content enters the TV market. DIRECTV is one of the pioneers in the HDTV market and it already has released many products to help viewers maximize the HDTV experience. Here are some of DIRECTVs most popular products for HDTV enthusiasts.

Satellite Dishes

The Terk TRK-2 satellite dish enables viewers receive the most number of programming and digital broadcasts. With the Terk TRK-2 you get:

-       DIRECTV satellite broadcasts angled at 101 degrees and local channels in certain areas.
-       the ability to use two DIRECTV receivers at the same time with the use of the dish's dual-output LNB

Each receiver connected to the TRK-S2 enables independent channel-switching, which is ideal for viewing in multiple rooms.

DIRECTV's base programming can also be viewed via TRK-2. In addition, sports, pay-per-view specials, many premium channels and local programming major 40+ markets can be accessed.

Specifications:

- DIRECTV dish antenna with a dual-output LNB
-       reflector: 18-3/8"W x 20"H

DIRECTV TRK-S26

The DIRECTV is the gear to enjoy high definition broadcasts. With the Terk TRK-S26 you receive:

-       Broadcasts from all DIRECTV satellite positions (at 110, 101 and 119 degrees) and HD content and local channels in certain some areas.
-       Direct connection of as much as four receivers.


Connecting the TRK-S26 to a independent HDTV-ready DIRECTVPlus tuner will enable you to receive all of the standard and high-definition DIRECTV shows available in your market.

Specifications:

- multi-satellite dish antenna with three LNBs
- built-in multiswitch allows for connection of up to four DIRECTV tuners
- HDTV programming from the 110-degree satellite can be accessed by the Sat-C LNB.

- HDTV-ready DIRECTVPlus tuner is needed to access HDTV programs
- reflector: 21-1/8"W x 18-1/2"H
- one-year parts & labor warranty

Tuners

DIRECTV H20 HDTV tuner

Viewing high definition shows from HDTV is easy with the H20 tuner. This HTDV tuner can be connected to a HD-ready antenna to watch programs from free-to-air or local channels.

DIRECTV's high-definition programming produces crystal-clear, lifelike images and surround sound. You only need to connect the H20 HDTV tuner with your HDTV-compatible TV and audio/video setup.

Specifications:

     HD-DIRECTV tuner  receives and decodes digital HDTV signals from DIRECTVs satellite broadcasts and local free-to-air broadcasts with the use of a compatible antenna
     1 USB interface
     phone jack
     built-in ATSC tuner
     2 sets audio/video outputs (2 composite, 1 S-video, 1 component video)
     RF/IR multibrand audio/video remote (controls up to four components)
     includes component video, S-video, and RCA audio/video cables
     selectable 480i/480p/720p/1080i output via HDMI and component video
     receives digital TV broadcasts in 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i
HDMI)
     optical digital audio output passes Dolby Digital audio
     searchable 7-day program guide
     on-screen caller ID
     satellite and antenna inputs
     support MPEG4
     14-15/16"W x 2-13/16"H x 10-13/16"D
     90 days warranty

DIRECTV HR10-250

DIRECTVs HR10-250 will ensure a pleasurable viewing experience especially for those into High-Definition programming. The HR10-250 receives and decodes digital signals from DIRECTVs high-definition programming. The HR-10-250 also has built in hard drive digital video recorder that enables crystal clear reproduction of shows.

Specifications:

     HDTV DIRECTV tuner
     storage space that can accommodate as much 200 hours of standard-definition digital TV and up to 30 hours of HDTV
     manual timer recording by channel and time
     1 antenna input and 2 satellite inputs
     1 set audio/video outputs (composite, S-video, component video, HDMI)
     selectable 480i/480p/720p/1080i output via HDMI and component video
     dual ATSC tuners
     Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down buttons  ratings system from TiVo
     receives digital TV broadcasts in 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
     optical digital audio outputs pass Dolby Digital 5.1-channel audio
     phone jack
     remote control (multibrand for TVs and A/V receivers)
     2 USB interfaces for future use
     HDMI, HDMI-to-DVI, component video, S-video, composite video, and telephone cables
     TiVo 14-day interactive program guide
     WishList keyword search of program listings
     Season Pass  record whole seasons of TV shows; first-run only, or with reruns
     15-1/8"W x 3-5/16"H x 13-7/8"D
     1 year warranty