Installation process for
1 Room DIRECTV® System (Lease): |
- Order your DIRECTV System with professional installation. You can order online or if you have additional questions, call us at the number at the top of the screen.
- We arrange for a professional installer from your general area to contact you within 3 to 5 business days after you place your order with us.
- Your satellite system requires a clear line-of-sight to the southern sky. An installer will determine this for you during installation.
- As a convenience, we will place a customer care call to you on the 5th business day, confirming that an installer has contacted you.
NOTE: Please call us toll free (1-888-999-0672) at anytime if you are experiencing any inconveniences with this process, including during or after the installation. Your total satisfaction is our number one goal.
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Standard professional installation includes:*
- Mounting and grounding your satellite dish on an exterior vertical wall of a single family dwelling.
- Every aspect of the installation is in full compliance with the National Electric Code.
- Installing up to 125 feet of RG-6 cable to one (1) DIRECTV® System receiver ("the Primary DIRECTV Receiver") through one exterior and one interior wall.
- Routing of cable through a standard wood frame structure or a single layer of masonry.
- All structural cable penetrations are weather sealed with UV resistant RTV silicone.
- Connection of the Primary DIRECTV Receiver.
- Connecting Primary DIRECTV Receiver to phone jack, if receiver is within 25 feet of phone jack**.
- The satellite receiver's remote has been programmed to work with the customer's equipment (i.e. TV, VCR).
- Maximizing signal strength and activating the account for DIRECTV® programming.
- At least 20 minutes of customer training on the operation of their system.
- For DIRECTV DVR or HD DVR orders, a dual run of up to one hundred twenty-five feet of swept tested RG-6 between the LNB and primary TV is supplied by the installer.
Standard professional installation does not include:
- Install or relocation of additional receivers.
- The splitting of existing or new satellite lines.
- Extra RG-6 cable over 125 feet per run.
- Mounting and grounding the DIRECTV System 18" mini-dish on any surface of the home where a 30' ladder can not reach.
- Drilling through more than one exterior and one interior wall.
- Providing any enhancements to existing phone system. (i.e. upgrading a phone line to support a 56K modem. There will be an additional charge to customer if no suitable existing connection is available.)
- Connections to stereo, VCRs and/or various audio components that are not co-located with the DIRECTV Receiver.
- Special moldings or other cosmetic hardware used to hide exposed cables.
- Non-penetrating roof mount, pole mount or chimney mount (unless required for line of sight).
- Removal and/or repair of previously mounted equipment (without Waiver of Liability signed off by customer).
*Please note:
- Complex and/or custom installations, including multiple DIRECTV receivers, special purpose satellite dishes, etc., will result in additional fees. Please contact us for details before ordering.
- Purchasers of professional installation service (or equipment where professional installa
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| Click below to view great DIRECTV® programming choices, sold separately and available at hardware installation. |
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CHOICE
CHOICE EXTRA
PREMIER
HBO®
Starz® Super Pack
SHOWTIME UNLIMITED ®
Cinemax®
SPORTS Pack
DIRECTV® Pay Per View
Seasonal Sports Subscriptions
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| CHOICE |
| CHOICE is the entry-level DIRECTV programming package. Despite the easy-to-handle price, CHOICE is not a lightweight when it comes to the number of channels. Enjoy over 155 digital-quality channels. CHOICE includes the channels you have come to expect like CNN, Comedy Central, the ESPN Family, HGTV, Lifetime, MTV, VH1, commercial-free music channels, plus so much more. |
Subject to blackout areas. The DIRECTV System has a "locks and limits"feature which allows you to restrict access to movies based on the MPAA rating system, or block the viewing of entire channels.+ Blackout restrictions apply to regional sports networks. Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately. ¤ Blackout restrictions apply to Turner South. Available only in AL, GA, MS, TN, SC and sections of NC as determined by zip code. » Free to all customers who have a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite System. Programming and pricing subject to change.
In select markets programming and pricing may vary. TOTAL CHOICE PREMIER, Starz® and LOCAL CHANNELS are not available to Hawaii residents. |
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| CHOICE EXTRA |
| CHOICE EXTRA programming package offers 185 channels. This great package is destined to become DIRECTV's most popular. Enjoy channels like the Biography channel, additional Discovery channels, VH1 Classic, more commercial-free music channels, and even more. |
Subject to blackout areas. The DIRECTV System has a "locks and limits"feature which allows you to restrict access to movies based on the MPAA rating system, or block the viewing of entire channels.+ Blackout restrictions apply to regional sports networks. Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately. ¤ Blackout restrictions apply to Turner South. Available only in AL, GA, MS, TN, SC and sections of NC as determined by zip code. » Free to all customers who have a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite System. Programming and pricing subject to change.
In select markets programming and pricing may vary. TOTAL CHOICE PREMIER, Starz® and LOCAL CHANNELS are not available to Hawaii residents. |
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| PREMIER |
| PREMIER programming package is the "Heavyweight Champ" of DIRECTV programming and the home entertainment world. Over 250 channels, including HBO®, SHOWTIME UNLIMITED®, and Cinemax® channel, the Starz® Super Pak, and specialty and regional sports networks. Enjoy the most channels available. |
Subject to blackout areas. The DIRECTV System has a "locks and limits"feature which allows you to restrict access to movies based on the MPAA rating system, or block the viewing of entire channels.+ Blackout restrictions apply to regional sports networks. Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately. ¤ Blackout restrictions apply to Turner South. Available only in AL, GA, MS, TN, SC and sections of NC as determined by zip code. » Free to all customers who have a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite System. Programming and pricing subject to change.
In select markets programming and pricing may vary. TOTAL CHOICE PREMIER, Starz® and LOCAL CHANNELS are not available to Hawaii residents. |
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| HBO® |
8 HBO® channels, including HBO Latino. HBO® (standard and high definition*), HBO West®, HBO 2®, HBO 2 West®, HBO Signature®, HBO Family® and HBO Family® West.
Premiering this month on Star® Super Pack: The Pacifier, Sin City, Guess Who and XXX: State of the Union.
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©2005 Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved. HBO®, HBO®2, HBO Signature®, HBO Family® HBO Latino® and The Wire® are service marks of Home Box Office, Inc. Programming and pricing subject to change. *High-definition format is available to customers who have high-definition receiving equipment.
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| Starz® Super Pack |
4 STARZ! ® channels and 7 Encore® channels. STARZ! ®, STARZ! ® West, STARZ! Theater®, BLACK STARZ!, Encore®, Encore® West, ActionSM, Love StoriesSM, MysterySM, True StoriesSM, WAM! ® and WesternsSM.
Premiering this month on HBO®: Mrs. Harris, Real Time with Bill Maher (SM), The Upside of Anger, and Hide and Seek.
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STARZ Super Pak and related service marks are the property of Starz Encore Group LLC. Programming and pricing subject to change. *High-definition format is available to customers who have high-definition receiving equipment. ©2005 DIRECTV, Inc. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo are registered trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. |
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| SHOWTIME UNLIMITED ® |
5 SHOWTIME® channels, 2 channels of The Movie Channel®, 1 FLIX® channel and 1 Sundance Channel®. SHOWTIME® East (standard and high definition*), SHOWTIME® West, SHOWTIME® TOO, SHOWTIME® Showcase, SHOWTIME Extreme®, The Movie Channel EastTM, The Movie Channel WestTM, FLIX® and Sundance Channel®.
Premiering this month on SHOWTIME UNLIMITED®: Hotel Rwanda, The L Word - Season 3 New Episodes, Without a Paddle, Walking Tall and Saw. |
©2005 Showtime Networks Inc. All rights reserved. SHOWTIME, THE MOVIE CHANNEL, FLIX and related marks are trademarks of SHOWTIME Networks Inc., a Viacom Company. Sundance Channel is a registered trademark of Sundance Television, Ltd. Sundance Channel L.L.C. authorized user. Programming and pricing subject to change. *High-definition format is available to customers who have high-definition receiving equipment. |
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| Cinemax® |
3 Cinemax® channels. Cinemax®, Cinemax® West and MoreMAX®.
Premiering this month on Cinemax®: Constantine, The Sea Inside, Carlito's Way and 50 First Dates
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©2005 Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved. Cinemax® and MoreMAX® are service marks of Home Box Office, Inc. Programming and pricing subject to change. *High-definition format is available to customers who have high-definition receiving equipment.
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| SPORTS Pack |
| Up to 25 regional sports networks, plus NBA.com TV, Fox Sports World and The Golf Channel. Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Comcast SportsNet (Chicago), Comcast SportsNet (Mid-Atlantic), Comcast SportsNet (West), FSN ARIZONA, FSN BAY AREA, FSN CINCINNATI, FSN DETROIT, FSN FLORIDA, FSN MIDWEST, FSN NEW ENGLAND, FSN NEW YORK, FSN NORTH, FSN NORTHWEST, FSN OHIO, FSN PITTSBURGH, FSN ROCKY MOUNTAIN, FSN SOUTH, FSN SOUTHWEST, FSN WEST, FSN WEST 2, Madison Square Garden (MSG), New England Sports Network, Sun Sports and YES Network
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Blackout restrictions apply. Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately. Programming and pricing subject to change. *High-definition format is available to customers who have high-definition receiving equipment. To wager, you must be 21 years old and reside in a state where TVG wagering services are available. Not intended where prohibited. ©2005 TVG To wager, you must be 21 years old and reside in a state where TVG wagering services are available. Not intended where prohibited. ©2005 TVG
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| DIRECTV® Pay Per View |
Get the best selection of pay per view movies right in your own home each day. Hit movies play as often as every 30 minutes - just $3.99 each when ordered by remote or online.* Pay per view movie options begin at Channel 125.
This month’s pay per view events include: UFC 57: LIDDELL VS. COUTURE 3, BOXING: VARGAS VS. MOSLEY: SHOWDOWN, BOXING: VARGAS VS. MOSLEY: SHOWDOWN (HD), TNA WRESTLING: AGAINST ALL ODDS, WWE NO WAY OUTREAL WARRIORS: MARGARITO VS. GOMEZ, STREET RACERS BIGGEST BUSTS 2, WWE FANATICS: BRET "HIT MAN" HART and FA CUP (RD. 5)
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The DIRECTV System has a feature allowing you to block programming deemed unsuitable for younger viewers. Blackout restrictions apply. *To order pay per view by remote, a DIRECTV subscription is required and all DIRECTV® Receivers must be continuously connected to the same land-based phone line. There is an additional $1.50 charge when pay per view events and movies are ordered by phone utilizing the automated ordering system or an additional $5 charge if an operator-assisted order. Pay per view movie and event purchase price is nonrefundable. HOT NET and SPICE PLATINUM are subject to blackout areas. SPICE PLATINUM, HOT NET and HOT ZONE are trademarks of Spice Entertainment, Inc., and are used with permission.
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| Seasonal Sports Subscriptions |
DIRECTV brings you more exciting matchups than you ever thought possible. Follow your favorite teams across the country with our pro and college sports subscriptions. Prices vary by subscription.
Subscriptions available include: NFL SUNDAY TICKETTM, NBA LEGUE PASS, NHL® CENTER ICE®, MEGA MARCH MADNESS, ESPN FULL COURT, ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE, ESPN GamePlan, MLB EXTRA INNINGS, MLS DIRECT KICKTM and SETANTA SPORTS
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Blackout restrictions and other conditions apply to all sports programming. To access DIRECTV High-Definition programming, a triple LNB Multi-Satellite dish antenna, along with a DIRECTV HD Receiver and High-Definition television equipment, is required.
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