How do I reset my DIRECTV HD DVR?

How do I reset my DIRECTV HD DVR?

Unplug your receiver

  1. Unplug your receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet, wait 15 seconds, and plug it back in.
  2. Press the Power button on the front panel of your receiver. Wait for your receiver to reboot.

Will I lose my recordings if I reset my DIRECTV receiver?

This erases all your recordings, all your settings, and puts your receiver or DVR in the state it was when you got it. We recommend this option before sending a defective or unwanted device back to DIRECTV.

What to Do When DIRECTV keeps saying Connecting?

Reset the network connection on each receiver. If the receiver does not show that both Network and Internet are connected, or if Connect Now doesn’t not work, check your cable connections and reset the router and Broadband DECA. You should also unplug the SWM power inserter then plug it back in.

How do I refresh my DIRECTV receiver?

To refresh:

  1. Go to myAT account overview and select My DIRECTV.
  2. Choose Manage Package.
  3. Scroll to Manage receivers and elect Refresh receiver.
  4. Your DIRECTV service may be interrupted for a few minutes during the refresh process.

Does unplugging DVR erase saved programs?

While resetting your DVR by unplugging it results in some changes to your recording schedule, it won’t delete any programs that were already saved to the device.

What does refreshing your DIRECTV receiver do?

A refresh can resolve: Missing channels. “Channel Not Purchased” and “Service Expired” Errors. Not having up to date software on your box. Frozen screen.

Why is my DIRECTV saying waiting for receiver signal?

If you cannot locate the red reset button or your receiver does not have one: Unplug the receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet. Wait 15 seconds then plug it back in. Press Power on the front panel of your receiver and wait for your receiver to reboot.

What does refreshing a DIRECTV receiver do?

Why is my DIRECTV so glitchy?

The biggest contributor to slow performance on DIRECTV Genie clients is the distance between the client and the DVR. If you have a lot of wasted cable between the wall and the client box, try to eliminate it. It might even be worth moving the client to a different wall to try to eliminate longer cable.