High Definition (HD) Programming with DIRECTV

HD programming has higher picture resolution and truer color, letting what you see come to life before you on your TV screen. No one does HD better than DIRECTV. Choose from over 170+ full-time HD Channels. That's more than DIRECTV or any other satellite dish TV provider. More continuous hours of pure HD programming, means more of the shows, movies and sports you love in the clearest possible picture.

From exclusive sports packages like NASCAR HotPass™ and NFL SUNDAY TICKET™ to one of a kind offers for movie lovers like DIRECTV CINEMA™, now DIRECTV brings you more games and movies in HD than ever before.

And not just breadth of programming, but DIRECTV offers unparalleled picture - 1080p BluRay™ format, to be exact. You wouldn't wax your car with a melted candle or clean your windows with a bar of soap. Why treat your HD TV any differently? Finally reward your television with DIRECTV - television truly worth watching.

Frequently Asked HD Questions

What's the difference between DIRECTV and DIRECTV HD?

While both DIRECTV and DIRECTV offer superior HD to standard cable providers, there's a clear difference between DIRECTV HD and DIRECTV HD. Disputing channel claims boil down the difference between what you consider an HD channel. Consider this: If you're watching a so-called HD Channel and the program you see is in standard definition, is that an HD channel?

DIRECTV thinks so. Unlike Dish TV programming, DIRECTV offers more 24/7 HD channels, so when you're want to watch HD you can - without having to wonder whether your falling victim to your lying eyes or satellite dish TV provider discrepancies.

Do I Need a Special Dish for HD service?

Your standard satellite dish is more than capable of transmitting an HD signal. And HD through a dish TV services comes through clearer than cable HD counterparts. You will, however, need an HD receiver along with an HDMI cables and an HD capable television in order to receive HD dish TV, regardless of your provider. Cables can be purchased at practically any electronics or general consumer goods store at reasonable price. Meanwhile, almost all new TVs come standard as HD ready. If you purchased a TV in the past few years, it's most likely HD compatible, but check to be sure.

Does DIRECTV or DISH offer HD deals to make service more affordable?

DIRECTV offers FREE HD Service just for signing up for Auto Bill Pay. Plus, qualifying packages are eligible for FREE HD Receiver and FREE HD DVR Upgrades. Call now to learn more about DIRECTV HD - delivering the best picture and most HD programming on the market.