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DirecTV broadcasts HDTV direct to you with the use of an approved DirecTV HDTV receiver.DirecTV HDTV

The first and most popular HDTV receiver to date is teh Hughes Platinum HD DriecTV system. There are other HDTV receiver models from Samsung and Sony as well. Below is a description of the Hughes HDTV receiver...

FEATURES OF THE HUGHES PLATINUM HD DIRECTV SYSTEM

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HUGHES HIGH-DEFINITION RECEIVER
Experience DIRECTV's exclusive High-Definition Satellite TV programming as well as the terrestrial HDTV broadcasts in your area from one box.

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PreSelect PROGRAMMING
Choose the programs you want to watch in advance, select them, then the receiver will automatically switch to the programs you choose when they begin.

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DIRECTV ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE SERVICE
With more detailed information and better flexibility, you'll be able to find your favorite programs and channels faster than ever before. Now you can even seamlessly incorporate local off-air programming information into an easy-to-read program guide.

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32-EVENT SCHEDULER WITH StarSight ONE-BUTTON RECORDING
Program up to 32 preselected programs to watch what you want, when you want. In addition, the HUGHES Platinum HD system features automatic VCR recording capability, powered by one-button record technology.

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DOLBY DIGITAL CAPABILITY
To maximize your home theater experience, the HUGHES HD DIRECTV Receiver has full Dolby Digital (AC-3) capability.

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CUSTOM NAME 'FAVORITES' LISTS
Organize the channels into convenient programming lists, then customize them with names you choose. (Example: "Dad's Faves," "Mom's Faves.") Each name can be up to 10 characters long, including spaces.

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BUILT-IN RF REMOTE CONTROL
Using the custom RF universal remote control, you will be able to control your Platinum HD receiver from any room in your home... even the walls.

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WatchWord SEARCH
Choose up to 8 'catch' words or names to identify programming that interests you, and the Platinum HD will search DIRECTV program titles and descriptions for those key words and alert you of those programs on the WatchWord onscreen guide.

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CALLER ID
Our Platinum High-Definition receiver features a built-in Caller ID, displaying incoming phone calls right on your television.

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DIGITAL AND ANALOG OFF-AIR READY
For those who live in areas not served by DIRECTV's local channel service, the Platinum HD receiver allows you to connect with your off-air antenna or cable service for local channel reception.

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TURBO VIDEO ACCELERATOR TECHNOLOGY
All HUGHES digital satellite receivers feature proprietary Turbo Video Accelerator technology, a revolutionary system that allows unprecedented levels of speed and onscreen functionality.

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ADVANCED SELF-TESTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Access the System Test screen to run a series of internal diagnostics any time you want to check the performance of your digital satellite receiver.


Other models and pricing are at the following recommended vendor:
- expertsatellite.com
Other DirecTV systems: DirecTV with DVR(TiVo) | DirecTV Standard | DirectWay
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