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How to Hook up a Computer to DIRECTV

If you've ever wanted to hook your computer up to DirecTV, you'll be happy to know that it can be done! Learn how to use your PC to watch all of your favorite movies and shows, legally and comfortably in your own home.

Things You'll Need

  • Subscription to DirecTV
  • Computer
  • Windows XP media center
  • DVD Express
  • Composite video cables
  • USB cord
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Instructions

    • 1

      Plug the composite cables (red, yellow, and white) into the back of your DirecTV DVR. The color of each cable will correspond with the color on the DVR.

    • 2

      Connect the opposite end of your composite cables to the DVD Express converter box. Match the color of each cable to the color on the converter box. Plug them in, as indictated by color.

    • 3

      Plug a USB cord into the USB port on your DVD Express converter box.

    • 4

      Connect the opposite end of the USB cord into one of your computer's USB ports.

    • 5

      Restart your PC. Since your computer is now connected to the DirecTV DVR, you can watch DirecTV programming on your computer. Enjoy watching all of your favorite programs on your computer's monitor, instead of your television.

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