subject: Some Advantages Of Direct Tv Satellite Television [print this page] Debating where to get Direct TV or something else? Nowadays there are a lot of different services people can choose from, but it's hard to go wrong with Direct TV. Launched by General Motors in 1994, Direct TV is the main satellite TV provider worldwide, with over 14 million subscribers. All you need to in order to access Direct TV programming is a Direct TV Satellite Television system. This will get the signal from the satellite and send it right to your home TV.
Ordering this service, you'll end up with Direct TV high definition (HD) satellite TV receivers, a free satellite TV dish, four receivers and remotes, and installation in up to four rooms, no charge. You can also be granted bonus gifts, like a DVD player or home theater system, for example.
Additionally, you'll have all day and all night customer service (toll-free) and up to 500 movies with no commercials, each month. Additionally, each day you'll have 60 pay-per-view programs. These channels will come with all digital picture and sound, and you'll be able to record programs with the included DVR, digital video recording.
The pricing for Direct TV programming is quite reasonable, with each package under a hundred dollars per month and including local channels (also with the option of excluding local channels for a slightly lower cost). The simplest package, Total Choice, is $44.99 each month and includes 135 programming channels. The next package up, Total Choice Plus, has 155 channels for $49.99 per month. Total Choice Premier has quite an increase in the number of channels, at 215 program channels, for the price of $99.99 each month. Each package includes over thirty music channels.
However, your best bargain is easily the annual package. When you purchase for one year, you lock in your price at $29.99 per month. It is far less expensive in the long run, and you can assume you'll want the service for no less than a year. With the yearly package, you'll have free installation, a free high definition digital video recording (HD DVR), and over 150 channels.
The first step to take is choosing a package. Once you've made your selection, you can call Direct TV to place your order, or conveniently order online. A representative will set up a date and time for your installation, typically one to five days following the day the order is made.
A certified Direct TV installer will then come out at the appointed time and install the system. The installer will also test it to verify it is functioning properly, and then demonstrate how to use the controls and functions. For people unaccustomed to the system, it may seem a bit complicated initially, but the installer is there to answer any questions you may have so be sure to ask while he or she is available. Thereafter you will still have 24/7 customer service should you have further questions.
With Direct TV Satellite Television service, you will have great program channel options, picture and sound for an affordable price with minimal hassle. With a Direct TV installer present to answer your initial concerns and Customer Service all day and night thereafter, it's easy to make the most of your new system.
