Guide to the Orby TV DVR
Recording a Show You Are Watching
Pausing Live TV
- Press the PAUSE (II) button on your remote. To resume, press PLAY (>).
- After pausing, you can Rewind or Fast Forward.
Recording Upcoming Shows
- Press the GUIDE button.
- Use the ARROW KEYS to select the show you want to record.
- Press the REC button.
From the Schedule to Record screen, choose either:
Record | to record this one program |
Record Series | to record multiple episodes of a show on the same channel |
Record all | to record all episodes of a show on any channel |
Then use the ARROW KEYS to select SAVE
Or, before you save, select Recording Options to start recordings early or end them late.
Playing Back Recorded Programs
- Press the DVR button.
- Use the ARROW KEYS to select My Recordings.
- Use the ARROW KEYS to select the program you want.
- In the menu, select PLAY
- Use the REW (<<), FF (>>), PAUSE (II), PLAY (>), and STOP (■) buttons to control the playback.
Managing Your Recordings
Deleting Recordings
- Press the DVR button.
- Select My Recordings; then select the recording you wish to delete.
- In the menu, select DELETE.
*Please note: Deleting a program is permanent.
Changing When Recorded Programs Will Be Deleted:
- Press the DVR button
- Select RECORDING PREFERENCES
- Select MANAGE DVR SPACE
- Choose when recorded programs will be deleted:
- When space is needed
- After seven days
- After two weeks
- Never
Viewing and Cancelling Upcoming Recordings
- Press the DVR button.
- Select Scheduled Recordings.
- Here you can see what will be recorded.
- You can select any recording you wish to delete.
- Press SELECT. A menu will appear, select CANCEL RECORDING to cancel only one episode, or CANCEL RECORD ALL to cancel the whole series.
FAQs:
How do I record a program on my Orby TV DVR?
Can I record more than one show at a time?
Can the DVR record multiple episodes of my favorite show? (Series Recording)
Yes! When you find your show, hit the REC button on the remote. A menu will pop up with the options below. Choose which option you prefer.
- Record (records one show)
- Record Series (records shows in the series, on that channel)
- Record All (records all shows with that name on all channels)
Can I pause or rewind the show I’m watching, even if I’m not recording it?
Yes. Simply press the Pause (II) or rewind (<<) button on your remote.
If you have paused, then change channels, the temporarily saved program will be lost. If you want to save a program, be sure to press REC before changing the channel.
How many recordings can I keep on the DVR?
You can record approximately 100 hours of High-Definition (HD) programming and 1000 hours of Standard-Definition (SD) programming.
Can I save certain recordings?
Yes, you can save your favorite recordings as long as there is still space available on your DVR. Just go into the detail of the recorded program and select KEEP.
Can I delete programs and recordings on my DVR?
Yes; to delete programs and recordings stored on your DVR, follow the instructions listed above under Managing Your Recordings.