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How to Get Rapid Satellite DirecTV Program Guide for DirecTV Satellite TV

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Rapid Satellite is one of the leading authorized dealers of DirecTV. It offers several packages to suit all needs and budgets. Numerous options may sometimes confuse consumers when making a decision about the service they want. Having a detailed programming guide is useful in such a scenario. The guide further enables subscribers to identify the schedules of their favorite programs. The steps listed here will help you acquire a Rapid Satellite DirecTV program guide.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

    Get the Program Guide

  1. Step 1

    Connect to the internet and go to the Rapid Satellite web site.

  2. Step 2

    Go to the menu on the left side and scroll down to reach "Resource Center >> Programming."

  3. Step 3

    Notice that the "Programming" section lists various programming-related options. Click the "Programming Guide" option.

  4. Step 4

    The resulting page shows links to a printable version of channels list, a comparison sheet of different packages and a bill calculator. Use these links for detailed information. The bill calculator will help you estimate the monthly rental amount.

  5. Step 5

    If you are already a subscriber, registering at the Rapid Satellite web site will be beneficial. Aside from receiving information about promotions, the system shows listings according to your subscription, further making it easy for you to identify the required program schedules.

  6. Rapid Satellite DirecTV Offers Programming Choices In Six Categories

  7. Step 1

    Base package with local channels and base package without local channels are types of base packages that have the following three programming options with and without local channels:
    Total Choice–With this package you get up to 155 channels
    Total Choice Plus–This package offers you over 185 channels, some of which are commercial-free
    Total Choice Premier–This package entitles subscribers to about 250 quality channels.

  8. Step 2

    Premium services are for consumers interested in getting the benefits of premium services and get access to several exclusive channels, such as HBO, SHOWTIME UNLIMITED, Starz Super Pack, Cinemax, and SPORTS Pack. The channels they receive depend on the type of subscription. The more premium packages customers subscribe to, the more they save.

  9. Step 3

    International programs allow people to view foreign country and language-specific programs.

  10. Step 4

    Additional services, such as pay-per-view, DirecTV protection plan and HDTV, are all extra features that people can subscribe to.

  11. Step 5

    Sports packages are ideal for sports enthusiasts as the sports packages offer great options for various events held around the world.

Tips & Warnings
  • Become a member at the Rapid Satellite Web site.
  • If you do not have access to the internet, you may also get the programming guide from authorized stores, such as Circuit City

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