EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – DIRECTV, one of the world's leading providers of digital television

entertainment, is also the leader in entertainment solutions for hotels. The latest technology update to DIRECTV Residential Experience (DRE) and the introduction of COM2000, DIRECTV's next- generation HD, head-end video solution, are just some of the reasons why more and more hotels partner with DIRECTV.

DIRECTV's full suite of free-to-guest solutions transforms any property, reduces servicing costs and

provides the ultimate entertainment experience for guests. All while offering two distinct HD video solutions that are energy efficient for any size property anywhere in the country.

"DIRECTV's Residential Experience for Hotels is better than ever. Our latest technology delivers the

ultimate entertainment experience to business travelers and hotel guests around the country and is now available to all hotels over all wiring schemes," said Doug Eichler, vice president, Commercial Sales, DIRECTV. "DRE has helped hotels to develop loyalty among guests and continues to help increase revenue for their properties with a true 'home away from home' experience while they travel."

DRE's groundbreaking, advanced hospitality technology is now available to all hotels over all wiring

schemes (home-run or loop-thru/daisy chain). Properties utilizing the DRE will benefit from access to hundreds of HD channels and exclusive sports programming, like NFL SUNDAY TICKET, a user- friendly interactive program guide and hotel PMS integration. In addition, DIRECTV's advanced technology solution lays the foundation for a more robust, interactive guest experience without additional hardware requirements.

Some of those features include:

  • Fully customizable Hotel Welcome Page
  • Interactive apps including Guest Messaging, Amenity Reservations and Express Checkout
  • Seamless OTT content integration without taxing the hotel's Wi-Fi network

This Summer DIRECTV is introducing COM2000, DIRECTV's next

generation HD, head end video solution. DIRECTV sets the industry standard for equipment features

and product reliability with COM2000. This second generation commercial head end product leverages the reliable and proven COM1000 platform, which has been the market leader since 2009. Key features for COM2000 include:
  • Energy Efficient: Requires less than 225 watts of power consumption.
  • 50% Cost Reduction from Previous Model: Scalable, small modular design reduces overall cost per channel by up to 50% for twice the HD channels over existing solution.
  • Reliable and Adaptable: Highest density head end system that can service any size property or infrastructure.
  • User Friendly: Configurable on-screen, scrolling program guide.

DIRECTV partners with hotels that want to offer the best in HD entertainment, stand out from the

rest and have their guests keep coming back. To find out more about DRE and COM2000, please visit:wwww.directv.com/hotels.

About DIRECTV
DIRECTV (NASDAQ: DTV) is one of the world's

leading providers of digital television entertainment services delivering a premium video experience through state-of-the-art technology, unmatched programming and industry leading customer service to more than 38 million customers in the U.S. and Latin America. In the U.S., DIRECTV offers its over 20 million customers access to more than 195 HD channels and Dolby-Digital® 5.1 theater- quality sound, access to exclusive sports programming such as NFL SUNDAY TICKET™, Emmy-award winning technology and higher customer satisfaction than the leading cable companies for 13 years running. DIRECTV Latin America, through its subsidiaries and affiliated companies in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Venezuela, Colombia, and other Latin American countries, leads the pay TV category in technology, programming and service, delivering an unrivaled digital television experience to more than 18 million customers. DIRECTV sports and entertainment properties include two Regional Sports Networks (Rocky Mountain and Pittsburgh), and minority ownership interests in Root Sports Northwest and Game Show Network. For the most up-to-date information on DIRECTV, please visit www.directv.com.

Jade Ekstedt
Sr. Manager, Public Relations
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