Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

"Cable has just as many channels in HD as DIRECTV."

Not even close. DIRECTV gives you the most national channels in HD, over 130 and counting1— the most you can get from any cable company is 56^ ... in just a few big cities.

"I can't get local channels with DIRECTV."

Yes, you can. DIRECTV® service includes local channels in 94% of U.S. markets.2 Also get access to your local channels in HD.3

"The equipment is too expensive."

No. There's no equipment to buy and no startup costs. You get FREE standard installation of a 4-Room DIRECTV® System.4

"It's too difficult to install!"

No. We will set it all up for you and show you how to use it. Plus, you get DIRECTV's topranking customer service.

"My signal will go out in bad weather."

Wrong. DIRECTV delivers a digital signal 99.9% of the time, rain or shine. Any minor problem will likely be fixed in a matter of minutes, not
days or weeks.

 

 

 

 

 

1Based on data collected 04/2008 for Standard Cable/expanded basic tier of video-only service. One sample ZIP per MSO from top 150 U.S. Designated Market Areas surveyed. DIRECTV CHOICE package non-promotional price $52.99. *Number of channels varies by package selected. To access DIRECTV HD programming, an HD Access fee ($9.99/mo.), a DIRECTV Slimline Dish, an HD Receiver and HD television equipment are required. 2Based on national offering of exclusive sports packages and other major sports programming
in HD. 3Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately. Blackout restrictions and other conditions apply. 4Among the largest national cable and satellite providers. 2008 American Customer Satisfaction Index, University of Michigan Business School. ©2008 DIRECTV, Inc. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo are registered trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.