Direct TV Satellite TV

Direct TV satellite TV

Direct TV was launched in 1994 by General Motors. Growing in leaps and bounds, they have become the largest satellite TV provider in the world with no less than 14 million subscribers and an astonishing 15 satellites.

Direct TV is ranked in second place when it comes to customer satisfaction among all satellite TV and cable companies - Not bad at all.

Direct TV Satellite TV System
To receive Direct TV programming you need a Direct TV satellite TV system to capture the satellite signal and relay it to your TV. Thanks to the competition between Direct TV dealers, you can now get a free Direct TV satellite TV system when you subscribe to their service.

When you order Direct TV satellite TV service, the following hardware is included:

- A free direct TV satellite TV dish.
- Up to four free receivers and universal remotes.
- Free professional installation in up to four rooms of your home.
- Direct TV HD (high definition) satellite TV receivers (optional).

The following is included in the Direct TV satellite TV Service:

- More than 250 program channels to choose from.
- All-digital picture and sound.
- Up to 500 commercial-free movies per month.
- Free DVR (digital video recorder) so you can record your favorite programs.
- Free HDTV so you can view your programs in high definition format.
- Up to 60 pay-per-view programs per day.
- Your local channels with digital picture and sound.
- Sixty-seven commercial-free XM radio channels with digital sound.
- Toll-free, 24/7 customer service.

Direct TV Satellite TV Programming
Direct TV programming packages, which include your local channels, start from as little as $41.99 per month and include the following Direct TV programming packages:

1. Total Choice: 155 program channels (includes 50 XM radio channels) for $41.99 per month.
2. Total Choice Plus: 185 program channels (includes 50 XM radio channels) for $46.99 per month.
3. Total Choice Premier: 215 program channels (includes 67 XM radio channels), $96.99 per month.

Ordering Direct TV Satellite TV Service:

After you decide on which system and which program package you want, you can place your order online, or you can call a toll-free number to order through a Direct TV representative. The representative will take your order, schedule your installation, and answer any questions you may have regarding your subscription. It normally takes one to five days after you order to take place.

At the scheduled installation time a certified Direct TV installer will install your system, test it to make sure it works and then show you how to use all the functions and controls.
Operating the Direct TV satellite system may seem a little tricky at first, so we suggest you ask all the questions you need to while your installer is there, so you'll feel comfortable with your new system.

Good luck with your new Direct TV satellite TV system, may you have hours of pleasurable viewing!

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