answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Hi,

Just unplug the land line. The purpose of the land line was to connect and report any programs you had purchased for billing purposes, and it may disable some functions in your receiver if you leave it unplugged for any length of time.

Used to be that the box would store up to 12 movie purchases on PPV, so that if you used your receiver in a mobile home or on the road, it would call in and report them when you got back home, so that you could be billed.

Not too sure how Direct handles things now, but I would imagine that having it unplugged for a short period of time wouldn't pose much of a problem. Best bet is to search on the web for more info on the subject and find out what's going on with them currently.

Hope this helps,

Cubby

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

Yes. The only thing the Phone Line is "required" for is if you want to order Pay Per View Movies and Sports Subscriptions like NFL Sunday Ticket, NASCAR Hot Pass, etc. I have 4 receivers and 3 are HD DVR's and have never plugged a phone line into them. If I want to order a movie or subscribe to a Sports Subscription I just use DirecTV's website and there is no cost. If you call DirecTV's Customer Service you are charged a "order fee" of approx $5.95.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

I do not have a phone line and I have DirecTV...mine connects through the internet

---------

If you are thinking about ordering and you tell them you were refereed by a friend (My Account # 036241458) when you sign up you receive $100 in bill credits!... Keep in mind you must give them the account number during the initial phone call asking for service!

Its a win win since we both save money and get $100 in bill credits!!

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

No they do not! (I have DirecTV and do NOT have a phone line..)

---------

If you are thinking about ordering and you tell them you were refereed by a friend (My Account # 036241458) when you sign up you receive $100 in bill credits!... Keep in mind you must give them the account number during the initial phone call asking for service!

Its a win win since we both save money and get $100 in bill credits!!

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Does directv need a phone line?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Can I get directv without a phone line?

Absoutely!


DIRECTV Inc do I need home phone service to get directv?

No, the truth is Directv will push to have a phone line so they can keep track of pay per view's and for anti-piracy reasons. They might even go as far to say it will not work correctly or you will not receive software downloads!


Do wireless printers need a phone line?

No, wireless printers do not need a phone line. Wireless printers can be purchased at any large retail stores such as Walmart.Wireless printers do not need a phone line connected to it as long as you have WiFi.


Does internet work without home phone?

You don't need a Home Phone. But you need a Phone Line!


Do you need to add a line to get a cell phone?

You do not need any land line at all in order to own and use a cell phone.


What is the phone number for Directv human resources in Montana?

Ask me my phone number is... 07707602817


What is the phone number for DIRECTV in the Atlanta Georgia area for new service?

A phone number to order new service for DIRECTV in the Atlanta, Georgia area is 404-991-2698.


Does a phone need to have two jacks to function as a normal phone and fax phone?

no need. As long as your phone is a fax phone, ie with fax function. 1 line will do. But the line must be voice & data line. But you can do 1 task at a time only ie. voice or data.


Do you need to have a phone line to play xbox 360 live?

Yes you will need a phone line unless you have the new 360 Slim which has Wi-Fi.


What is the phone number to order DIRECTV in Missouri?

You can call the local phone number of 660-240-8954 to order new service directly with DIRECTV or use the national toll free phone number of 877-884-4690 to do so.


What company's phone number is this 310-964-5000?

DirecTV headquarters


What is needed to convert a 1 line phone system into a 2 line phone system?

To convert a 1 line phone system into a 2 line phone system you will need a phone that has two input jacks and two separate phone lines coming into the building. Each phone line will be plugged into one of the input jacks and the phone will then be able to receive calls on either line.