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DIRECTV gives you a television experience that is unlike any other.

From exclusive sports subscriptions to regional networks, DIRECTV delivers the most sports and games in stunning high definition that is the only way to watch sports.

DIRECTV has been America's #1 satellite TV service for 15 years.

From cricket to baseball to football to international soccer to all the major college match-ups, you name it and DIRECTV has it.

You can even enjoy the hottest on-demand movies in 1080p, the same stunning resolution as Blu-ray Disc, offering the best HD picture quality available today.

DIRECTV is your exclusive ticket to all 64 NCAA games of the Big Dance.

With ScoreGuide, you will always know the score of any game. Just press the red button on your remote.

See the best Vietnamese entertainment and news coverage, including SBTN, the first 24-hour Vietnamese programming network originated in America.

Enjoy the best Cantonese entertainment, including Jade TV, with our Jadeworld package, available without a base package.

DIRECTV brings the world home to you.

Get the best Russian programming for every age group on DIRECTV, including Channel 1 and RTR Planeta and TV Nanny, the only 24/7 Russian childrens channel in the U.S.

You may think you are paying less with Dish Network or cable, but in a matter of months, your cost could more than double.

Whatever you are in the mood to see, you will find it on Cinemax. Get three channels, two in HD, of the best action, romance, comedy or foreign films.

You may think you are paying less with Dish Network or cable, but in a matter of months, your costs could more than double.

This Thanksgiving, turn your TV room into a game room. Play over 60 games on your TV FREE as long as you want. No additional equipment required.

DIRECTV has been ranked higher in customer satisfaction than cable by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

DIRECTV delivers a TV experience you cannot get with Dish Network or cable.

DIRECTV has original series and Hollywood hits no one else has.

Do not miss championship boxing matches and other once-in-a-lifetime events on DIRECTV Pay Per View.

Get your sports fix with over 35 DIRECTV sports channels including regional sports networks, international sports, seasonal sports, college sports and more.

DIRECTV technical development is better with multiple manufacturers because multiple vendors bring out new models of satellite dish antennas and receivers with better capabilities.

DIRECTV receivers support standard-definition (MPEG-2) and high definition (MPEG-2, MPEG-4) video encoding standards.

DIRECTV DVRs have one touch record, auto record, manual record, and bookmark features.

DIRECT HDMI output, Component, S-Video, Composite, and Optical Audio outputs are available.

Watch whatever you want on your own schedule. Store your favorite programs, whether standard-definition or high-definition.

View and log Caller ID information provided by your local phone company.

Get more information by using DIRECTV interactive features like DIRECTV Active which gives personalized, interactive weather, horoscopes, lottery results and Best Bets (What iss Hot).

Effortlessly records your favorite shows with a single button touch or on a moment’s notice. Also access favorite scenes in recordings instantly.

A DIRECTV receiver allows you to view an on-screen guide that shows you what's on DIRECTV and gives a brief summary of each program.

DIRECTV offers DVR (digital video recorder) receivers. These receivers let you record hundreds of hours of programs and store them on DVR's hard drive.

DIRECTV HD offers the best in national programming including CNN HD, A&E HD, The History Channel HD, National Geographic Channel HD, Food Network HD, premiums like HBO HD, Showtime HD, Cinemax HD, Starz HD - and more.

Access to DIRECTV High-Definition gives you the best sports, movies, family and special events with your paid subscription.

A DIRECTV DVR AIR IN connection connects the cable from an off-air TV antenna (not from the satellite dish) to this jack. Both standard analog (NTSC) and high definition digital (ATSC) program broadcasts can be received through a single antenna connected to this jack.

With the latest DVR and HD technology rolled into one easy-to-use unit, the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR will change the way you enjoy home theater. Images are sharper.

DIRECTV offers an unbeatable lineup of HD events, sports and pay per view movies.

With DIRECTV HDTV, you get a variety of HD programming, including ESPN HD, Discovery HD Theater, HBO HD, SHOWTIME HD and more including HD shows from the major networks with off-air antenna.

DIRECTV HDTV DVRs can continuously update their software and programming to provide the best in HD technology and programming.

DIRECTV HDTV DVR recorders record up to 30 hours of HD programming or up to 200 hours of standard-definition (480i) programming.

DIRECTV HD Satellite TV receivers have 2 satellite tuners for access to SD and HD programming.

With the DIRECTV HDTV DVR 14-day Advanced Program Guide you can search the channel guide for shows up to 14 days in advance.

Cable TV wires on Poles are not always reliable and erode with age and exposure to weather that degrades service quality. DIRECTV solves this problem with its satellite microwave wireless content delivery platform.

If you are a big pro football fan, subscribe to the DIRECTV NFL Sunday Ticket that offers unrivaled pro football programming.

Many times cable TV images have a ghosting quality, snow, excessive grain and limited resolution that is is stark contrast to the high definition picture quality of DIRECTV HDTV.

Digital Cable requires an analog to digital conversion that limits system performance and degrades viewing quality compared to the DIRECTV 100% Digital Satellite delivery that creates strikingly sharp and clear digital picture images.

DIRECTV is consistently #1 in Customer Satisfaction according to JD Powers and Associates Syndicated Residential Satellite/Cable TV Customer Satisfaction Studies.

Although many cable subscribers are reasonably well satisfied with their service, many cable customers are unhappy with poor reception, frequent outages, limited channel selection, and high monthly fees for premium channels. DIRECTV is an excellent alternative.

Local Networks are available in digital quality through DIRECTV via a small antenna to receive programming that is broadcast on local channels. Cable companies do not offer this option.

Unlink cable TV, DIRECTV offers a huge selection of movies, sports, and concerts and many channels offer CD quality stereo music that can be plugged into a home music system and the audio channels are free.

DIRECTV is on the cutting edge of Home Theater Technology as opposed to cable TV which is the blunt old edge of ancient TV technology.

Studies have shown that on average, DIRECTV costs the consumer approximately 20% less than cable TV.

DVR Advantages: DIRECTV has more to offer when it comes to DVR (Digital Video Recorder). This usually only takes 6-8 weeks. Dish Network also provides free DVR, however, they make you pay a minimal shipping fee.

If you are moving your DIRECTV service, you can take advantage of DIRECTV MOVERS CONNECTION.

DIRECTV offers several different types of HR22 HD DVR receivers that each have different specifications and uses. The higher model you select, the more hours of HD you can record.

The DIRECTV HR22 HD DVR dimensions are 15.125 inches in width, 2.75 inches in hight, and 12.25 inches in depth. The weight is 9.5 pounds.

The DIRECTV 100 to 165 HR20 HD DVR is able to view SD or HD programs and features 2 satellite tuners and the Advanced Program Guide that enables viewers to easily browse channels. The HR20 too to 165 also features caller ID. This way, you can tell who is calling you without getting up from your couch.

It is cost prohibitive to keep up with satellite TV receiver upgrades and changes at your own expense so using DIRECTV equipment will ensure that you keep up with the latest technology at the lowest possible costs.

DIRECTV is the only satellite TV company that provides inside coverage on NFL Sunday Ticket Exclusive.

Everybody Loves DIRECTV, sometimes spelled incorrectly as DIRECT TV or DIRECTTV, which is the number one used satellite TV service in America with over 16 million members and still growing rapidly.

DIRECTV customer satisfaction scores were better than those of all other satellite and cable TV companies, including Dish Network.

DIRECTV is offered in different languages in countries all over the world such as Arabic, Brazilian, Chinese, Filipino, Greek, Italian, Korean, Polish, Russian, South Asian, and Vietnamese with different packages and channels.

HD is the primary driver in the video business today and presents a huge opportunity for DIRECTV to set itself apart from competitors while growing a base of loyal, quality customers. Already, HD and DVR services, are producing strong market performance.

Another feature of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is that ability to record two shows at once while watching another recording. This is an option that Dish Network does not have that enables you to fast forward through commercials when you watch your shows.

DIRECTV significantly enhances its infrastructure by launching brand new HD satellites, building new earth stations, and launching MPEG-4 AVC.

The DIRECTV website is a user-friendly feature, allowing you to order service and use a TV Explorer that shows you what shows or movies are on at what time.

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