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To use your DIRECTV HD Receiver on your home network, you will need:
A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (models HR34, HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus
®
DVR
(model R22)
A broadband Internet connection, with a minimum connection speed of 750 kbps or higher (DSL or cable).
A network router with an available Ethernet port, and/or wireless capability.
The instructions for connecting to a network are different depending upon whether you have Whole-Home DVR Service.
Please see the appropriate sections that follow.
NOTE: For the most current options and instructions to connect your receiver to the Internet, please visit directv.com/
getconnected.
If you have Whole-Home DVR service:
Professionally Installed DIRECTV CINEMA Connection Kit: Schedule a professional installation appointment at
directv.com/getconnected.
Wireless Self-Installed DIRECTV Cinema Connection Kit: If you already connect to the Internet via WiFi, you can order this
wireless kit at directv.com and connect yourself.
If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service:
Wired: The fastest, most reliable connection. Your house must be wired for Ethernet, or you must run cables from a
network router to your DIRECTV HD Receiver.
Wireless: This can be easiest method if you already connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi. However, wireless connections may
be slower and somewhat less reliable than wired. You can order the Wireless DIRECTV CINEMA Connection Kit from directv.
com, or at 1-800-531-5000.
APPENDIX 4: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER
APPENDICES