How to Make a DirecTV Box Pickup Local HDTV Channels

DirectTV is one of the largest satellite service providers in America. The company offers local channels to more than 94 percent of subscribers. The availability of local HDTV channels depends entirely on the location of the subscriber. Many DirectTV packages have local channels built in. However, local HDTV channels can be made instantly available simply by ordering them. Ordering the local HDTV channels from DirectTV is the only way they can be made available on a DirectTV receiver.

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  Determine what local HDTV channels will be ordered. Research local HDTV channels and see which ones you are interested in ordering. DirectTV offers a list of local HDTV channels for your area on its website. (See Resources) Enter your zip code, and a list of local HDTV channels available appears.

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  Contact DirectTV. Tell the sales associate what local HDTV channels the household would like to order. Alternatively, this can be done via DirectTV's website. The availability of local channels is listed online. (See Resources) Enter your zip code, and a list of local HDTV channels available appears. You can then order the service.

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  Wait for the service to be activated. Once the service has been ordered, either online or via the phone, the channels should become available within the hour.