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Shaw HDPVR 630 User Manual

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SHAWDIRECT SATELLITE TV - USER GUIDE
Essential HD Receiver (HDDSR 600)
Advanced HD Receiver (HDDSR 605)
Advanced HDPVR (HDPVR 630)

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Shaw HDPVR 630 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandShaw
ModelHDPVR 630
CategorySatellite TV System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

The Basics

1A. Connections and Video Settings

Explains cable types and video output configuration for HD picture quality.

1B. Current Version

Information on checking the receiver software version for compatibility.

1C. Activating Your Receiver

Step-by-step guide to activate the satellite receiver for service.

1D. Using Your Remote Control

Guidance on operating the various buttons and functions of the remote control.

1E. Interactive Menu Bar

Navigating the receiver's features via the interactive menu bar.

Finding What You Want, When You Want

2A. The Guide

How to use the on-screen program guide to browse channels and listings.

2B. Search Tools

Utilizing title and interests search to find specific programs or genres.

2C. Info Pages

Accessing detailed program information, cast, and advisories.

2D. The Program Options Menu

Accessing features like recording, reminders, and tuning to programs.

2E. The Upcoming Air Dates Screen

Viewing future air dates and schedules for selected programs.

2F. Music Search

Finding and listening to digital music and radio stations.

Customize Your Viewing Experience

3A. Parental Controls

Setting up content restrictions, ratings locks, and passwords for viewing.

3B. Favourites

Creating personalized channel lists to customize the program guide.

3C. Guide Settings

Adjusting the appearance and behavior of the program guide display.

HDDSR: Smart Reminder Technology

4A. Setting Reminders

How to set reminders for upcoming programs to ensure you don't miss them.

4B. Viewing Reminders

Accessing a list of upcoming programs that have reminders set.

4C. Managing Reminders

Editing, deleting, or changing recurrence settings for reminders.

4D. Using Auto-Tunes

Setting up automatic channel tuning for specific programs or times.

4E. Auto-Tune Conflicts

Resolving scheduling conflicts when setting multiple auto-tunes.

HDPVR 630: Smart PVR Technology

5A. Setting Recording Events

Creating recording events for new episodes, all episodes, or specific airings.

5B. Customizing Your Recording Event Options

Adjusting recording priorities, channels, start/end times, and episode retention.

5C. Saving Your Recording Schedule

How the PVR manages and plans recording schedules.

5D. Viewing Upcoming Recordings

Reviewing a list of all scheduled recordings and their status.

5E. Recording Symbols

Understanding the various symbols indicating recording status and conflicts.

5F. Dual Recordings

Recording two programs simultaneously using the HDPVR's dual tuners.

5G. Manual Timers

Setting manual timers for recording without program information.

The PVR List

6A. Playing Back Your Recorded Programs

Accessing and starting playback of recorded content from the PVR List.

6B. Playback Controls

Using remote keys for pausing, resuming, rewinding, and fast-forwarding recordings.

Controlling Live TV with Live-Off-Disk (LOD)

Expanding Your Recording Capacity

8A. External Hard Drive Requirements

Specifications for compatible external hard drives for increased storage.

8B. Setting Up Your External Hard Drive

Connecting, formatting, and configuring an external hard drive.

8C. Using Your External Hard Drive

How the HDPVR utilizes the connected external hard drive for storage.

Other Menus

9A. Interactive Applications

Accessing and using interactive applications like weather forecasts.

9B. Receiver Mail

Checking messages, promotions, and account information from Shaw Direct.

9C. Caller ID Log

Viewing a log of incoming calls if connected to a phone line.

Receiver Options

10A. "1. Favorite Lists"

Customizing which channels appear in the program guide using favorite lists.

10B. "2. Parental Controls"

Setting up content restrictions, ratings locks, and passwords for viewing.

10C. "3. Purchase History"

Reviewing recent Pay-Per-View purchases and billing information.

10D. "4. System Settings"

Adjusting display, clock, and other system-wide configurations.

10E. "5. PVR Settings"

Configuring PVR buffer settings, history, and external drive management.

10G. "7. Guide Settings"

Customizing the program guide's appearance and behavior.

10H. "8. Menu Bar"

Accessing the main menu bar for navigation and features.

Support and FAQ

3A. General Help

Troubleshooting common setup and connectivity issues for VOD.

3B. Shaw Direct On Demand FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about VOD content and features.

Appendix: Shaw Direct On Demand - User Guide

1A. What is Shaw Direct On Demand?

An overview of the Video On Demand service and its features.

1B. How to Order VOD Content

Step-by-step instructions for browsing and ordering VOD content.

2A. Minimum Requirements for VOD

Essential equipment and services needed to use Shaw Direct On Demand.

2B. Connecting to Your Network

Instructions for connecting the receiver to a home network via Ethernet or powerline.

2C. Verifying VOD Connectivity

Checking network status and running connection speed tests for VOD.

3B. VOD Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding VOD playback, ordering, and internet speed.

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