How can I record new shows only in recording a series?

We can help with your recordings, @jparcell.

From the DIRECTV STREAM device:

1. Press the overflow button on your DIRECTV STREAM remote to record.
2. Select OK to record on once or Record Series.
3. Once recording completes, the title is added to your DVR Playlist. Press LIST to access.

From TV or other device:

1. Go to DIRECTV STREAM and scroll down to see your options.
2. Swipe right to highlight your choice and select Record.
3. Select All Episodes or New Episodes.

We have more recording solutions here. 

Let us know if you have questions.

Rickey DIRECTV Community Specialist

When you record a series there is a popup ----new episodes or all episodes. The dtv help reply above is incorrect. They left out a step on the dtv stream box instructions--u also get a popup box that give the choice of new or all episodes. 

I am not able to record.

Getting error

Program blacked out, owner has not made this available to stream

Message #30002-014

What are you trying to record, what channel, and with what device?

Local channels, abc, nbc. Days of our Lives, The Goldbergs😊 on my smart TV directv app

Most local channel shows from the major networks prohibit recording- instead they want you to watch OnDemand instead. Also. DirecTV Stream does not control the content. They just receive the stream as it is received. The restrictions are under the control of the broadcaster.

I've never had a problem with recording shows on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX. Which tv are you using?