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Friday, March 29th, 2024 3:04 AM

Change Gemini startup channel

I have a Gemini 1. I have the remote programmed to operate my TV. Everytime I turn on the TV (and therefore also the Gemini) it starts up previewing the ID channel ( crime mystery stories) from the ‘What’s On’ screen. I can’t figure out how to change this and have toddlers so I would prefer this channel not be the one that opens first. If I change the channel and swap apps and come back to the guide… it picks up on whatever channel I left off on. That part is fine! It’s if I turn off the tv itself (using the programmed Gemini remote) that causes the issue. Next time I turn the tv on it’s back to the ID channel. Is there anyway to change this? 

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8 months ago

That's a good question, meaganrarb. We love the idea! As of the moment, the last channel watched by the account holder is the default channel loaded regardless of the device. Our goal is to provide a wide variety of programming, so customers can choose their favorites. We will be sure to share your feedback with our programming team. - Lorie, DIRECTV Community Specialist

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8 months ago

Lorie- I am not sure you understood. The last channel watched is NOT coming up if I actually turn off the tv ( which also turns off the Gemini) and then turn it back on. It continues to start on a channel I have not watched. 

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254.4K Messages

8 months ago

We apologize for the confusion. We would like to know as well why it would not come back to the channel you have last watched. I'll send you a DM to further assist. - Lorie, DIRECTV Community Specialist


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