Launched in 1994 by General Motors, Direct TV is the largest satellite TV provider in the world, with 14.5 million subscribers and 15 satellites.
Direct TV is ranked #2 in customer satisfaction among satellite TV and cable companies by J.D. Power and Associates.
Direct TV Satellite TV System
To receive Direct TV programming you need a Direct TV satellite TV system to capture the satellite signal and transmit it to your TV.
Thanks to the competition between Direct TV dealers, you can now get a free Direct TV satellite TV system when you subscribe to their service.
Here's what you get when you order Direct TV satellite TV service
* A free direct TV satellite TV dish.
* Up to four free receivers and universal remotes.
* Free professional installation in up to four rooms of your home.
* Direct TV HD (high definition) satellite TV receivers (optional).
* Free bonus gifts such as a free DVD player and home theater system.
Direct TV Satellite TV Service
Here's what you get with Direct TV service:
* More than 225 program channels to choose from.
* All-digital picture and sound.
* Up to 500 commercial-free movies per month.
* DVR (digital video recording) so you can record your favorite programs.
* Up to 60 pay-per-view programs per day.
* Your local channels with digital picture and sound.
* Thirty-one commercial-free music channels with digital sound.
* Toll-free, 24/7 customer service.
Direct TV Satellite TV Programming
Direct TV programming packages, which include your local channels, start at $41.99 per month.
Here are the Direct TV programming packages currently available:
* Total Choice