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ActivateWhat’s DIRECTV HD?
HD or High Definition is the digital television format with the best resolution and highest picture quality, a cut above standard definition (SD).
With DIRECTV HD you get unsurpassed picture quality, including dazzling details and incredibly rich colors. Together with Dolby Digital 5.1 sound it creates a surround sound experience that words can not describe; you have to see it to believe it.
Discover the HD™ difference
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 Resolución 1080i |
Aspecto 16:9 |
Sonido Dolby Digital 5.1 |
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| Image with up to 1080 lines of resolution | Transmission in 16:9 format, also known as widescreen | Superior sound quality of the highest standard |
| Transmission in the most common formats 720p and 1080i | Perfect for new LCD and Plasma televisions | Simulates the movie going experience at home |
| Five times better resolution than the standard 480 lines | You’ll see 33% more image, free of distortion | Three-dimensional effect provides an immersive feeling |
| You’ll see much more image detail that you didn’t see before | You’ll see movies in their original wide format like in theaters | The perfect complement to match the stunning picture |
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Want a true high definition experience? Get DIRECTV HD™ to have access to the best programming like you’ve never seen it before.
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The DIRECTV Difference
Record, pause and rewind
Store up to 100 hours of programming content in High Definition. Pause or rewind live TV; and replay with just a click of a button.
Build your own video library
Record an entire season of a series with just a click of a button. With plenty of storage space, you can build your own video library to enjoy your favorite shows whenever you want.
Programming Guide
Find your favorite shows in a fast and easy way. The on-screen guide allows you to find listings instantly or up to 14 days in advance.
DIRECTV on DEMAND
Instantly enjoy a wide variety of free programming like movies, series and much more. Plus, purchase PPV movies and events.
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DVR Scheduler
Instantly enjoy a wide variety of free programming like movies, series and much more. Plus, purchase PPV movies and events.
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Advanced Search
Find your favorite shows at once with your Customized Guide and Favorite Channels. Also, you can search by name, actor, keyword and more.
Take your TV experience to the next level with DIRECTV HD™.
At a glance
- Stunning picture quality with up to 1080 lines of resolution
- Broadcasts in 16:9 format; with 33% more image, free of distortion
- Theater like experience with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound
- A wide assortment of channels and diverse programming in HD
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DVR ManualGet to know all the possibilites our DIRECTV HD DVR.