What is the purpose of connecting my receiver to a telephone line?
DIRECTV requires customers to connect a phone line to their receiver for billing and ordering purposes only. The connection transmits programming purchase information from the receiver to DIRECTV. More Direct TV FAQ Tips: This important link authorizes DIRECTV subscribers to order pay-per-view movies and events simply with their remote control. The subscriber will also be able to get popular sports subscriptions like NFL SUNDAY TICKET and NBA LEAGUE PASS. DIRECTV customers who dont have a continuous telephone connection are not authorized to receive certain programming and must call DIRECTV when ordering pay-per-view offerings. To cover the costs of handling phone requests, DIRECTV applies a $5 service charge on phone orders for pay per view movies and events.