DIRECTV does not force you to buy equipment directly from DIRECTV. You can buy equipment from other suppliers.
Get 2 DIRECTV satellite tuners for access to SD and HD programming and get 2 ATSC tuners for access to local HD broadcasts where available.
DIRECTV receivers and DVRs support 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i picture output and multiple screen formats.
DIRECTV receivers support On-Screen Caller ID so you can see who is calling you on the phone without having to get up and look at your phone.
Easily find DIRECTV or off-air channels on one guide. Search the channel guide up to 14 days in advance for what to watch or record.
Listen to superb theaterquality sound with additional hardware.
View DIRECTV channels on one simple guide, and sneak a peak at what is coming with up to 14 days of program listings.
Customize the guide by choosing only the channels you want to see.
A DIRECTV receiver gives you access to pay-per-view movies and events.
DIRECTV offers DVR (digital video recorder) receivers. These receivers let you record hundreds of hours of programs and store them on DVR's hard drive.