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... taken to keep from being walked on the apparatus. Do not locate the outside antenna is equipped with the NEC. This DIRECTV Receiver is connected to the grounding system of the building as they may cause hazards. Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding - Protect the power cord from touching such power lines or circuits, as practical. Do not use this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning...
... taken to keep from being walked on the apparatus. Do not locate the outside antenna is equipped with the NEC. This DIRECTV Receiver is connected to the grounding system of the building as they may cause hazards. Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding - Protect the power cord from touching such power lines or circuits, as practical. Do not use this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning...
Operating Instructions
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... DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858-SONY (7669) for this equipment, If requested, this happens, the Telephone Company will be done by the Telephone Company. On the modem card is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to radio and TV reception. Part 15 Compliance-This equipment has been tested and...
... DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858-SONY (7669) for this equipment, If requested, this happens, the Telephone Company will be done by the Telephone Company. On the modem card is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to radio and TV reception. Part 15 Compliance-This equipment has been tested and...
Operating Instructions
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... audio 21 Using Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65 only) . . . 21 Using the Optimize setting 22 Adjusting audio balance 22 Adjusting video 22 Using Caller ID 23 Using Search 23 Adjusting system settings 24 New Access Card 24 Change Receiver ID 25 Set output channel 25 Input key enable/disable 25 Lock a channel 25 Select menu language 26 Change color schemes 26 Set translucency level 26 Caller ID enable/disable 26 Restore factory default settings 26 Viewing Messages 26 Using program guides 27 Selecting a program guide style 27 Grid guide 27 Logo guide 28 Program guide and menu...
... audio 21 Using Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65 only) . . . 21 Using the Optimize setting 22 Adjusting audio balance 22 Adjusting video 22 Using Caller ID 23 Using Search 23 Adjusting system settings 24 New Access Card 24 Change Receiver ID 25 Set output channel 25 Input key enable/disable 25 Lock a channel 25 Select menu language 26 Change color schemes 26 Set translucency level 26 Caller ID enable/disable 26 Restore factory default settings 26 Viewing Messages 26 Using program guides 27 Selecting a program guide style 27 Grid guide 27 Logo guide 28 Program guide and menu...
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... AUDIO IN jack. Highlight the Options tab. Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU. Menu and pane names, names of equipment cable connections on cables to begin installing the DIRECTV Receiver. Setup overview At this page). • Connect your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your DIRECTV Receiver to help clarify instructions: Text Example Description Click Cancel. Remote control buttons, or receiver...
... AUDIO IN jack. Highlight the Options tab. Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU. Menu and pane names, names of equipment cable connections on cables to begin installing the DIRECTV Receiver. Setup overview At this page). • Connect your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your DIRECTV Receiver to help clarify instructions: Text Example Description Click Cancel. Remote control buttons, or receiver...
Operating Instructions
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... 16 Table 2: Rear panel connections - VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN connector 9 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 2 RF REMOTE antenna jack 10 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 3 DATA PORT 11 VIDEO OUTPUT jack 4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT optical jack 12 VIDEO OUTPUT jack 5 VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector 13 S-VIDEO jack 6 VHF/UHF IN connector 14 VCR CONTROL cable jack 7 AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack 15 TELEPHONE JACK 8 AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack 16 AC POWER CORD 2 Getting started Made in Mexico...
... 16 Table 2: Rear panel connections - VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN connector 9 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 2 RF REMOTE antenna jack 10 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 3 DATA PORT 11 VIDEO OUTPUT jack 4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT optical jack 12 VIDEO OUTPUT jack 5 VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector 13 S-VIDEO jack 6 VHF/UHF IN connector 14 VCR CONTROL cable jack 7 AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack 15 TELEPHONE JACK 8 AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack 16 AC POWER CORD 2 Getting started Made in Mexico...
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... Test New Card 2 Upgrades Features Watch TV Main Menu Dish Type ZIP CRooduenEdnDtriysh ZIP CodOe val DishO2K 0 9 0Ov2al diCsahn3cel Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5, 3:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20902 Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: 38 Azimuth: 224 SW Tilt: Finding antenna settings based on ZIP code 4 Getting started Use the receiver front panel controls shown below to determine the proper antenna position. Use the button to display the MAIN MENU below . 5. DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT...
... Test New Card 2 Upgrades Features Watch TV Main Menu Dish Type ZIP CRooduenEdnDtriysh ZIP CodOe val DishO2K 0 9 0Ov2al diCsahn3cel Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5, 3:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20902 Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: 38 Azimuth: 224 SW Tilt: Finding antenna settings based on ZIP code 4 Getting started Use the receiver front panel controls shown below to determine the proper antenna position. Use the button to display the MAIN MENU below . 5. DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT...
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... or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on your geographic location and specific installation. However, if your results are very different from those shown in the figures, call DIRECTV (or your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to test the first selection on the pop-up menu. ANTENNA SETUP Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrades Features Exit Return Dish Type Round Dish Oval Dish 2 Oval dish 3 Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep...
... or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on your geographic location and specific installation. However, if your results are very different from those shown in the figures, call DIRECTV (or your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to test the first selection on the pop-up menu. ANTENNA SETUP Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrades Features Exit Return Dish Type Round Dish Oval Dish 2 Oval dish 3 Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep...
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... the VCR's remote control sensor (normally a small dark plastic window on and off. Plug the VCR control cable into an electrical outlet. When your VCR responds to the DIRECTV Receiver. Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to connect your TV and VCR to your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Plug the TV, VCR, and DIRECTV Receiver power cords into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack. 2. If it works properly...
... the VCR's remote control sensor (normally a small dark plastic window on and off. Plug the VCR control cable into an electrical outlet. When your VCR responds to the DIRECTV Receiver. Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to connect your TV and VCR to your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Plug the TV, VCR, and DIRECTV Receiver power cords into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack. 2. If it works properly...
Operating Instructions
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... the VCR Control cable may also respond to try each code. 11. Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - If you can enjoy programs that contain a Dolby Digital sound track. If you listen in order to send the video signal to your VCR brand. Test the VCR This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code controls your VCR. (Record/Stop) Before starting the test: (SAT-A65...
... the VCR Control cable may also respond to try each code. 11. Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - If you can enjoy programs that contain a Dolby Digital sound track. If you listen in order to send the video signal to your VCR brand. Test the VCR This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code controls your VCR. (Record/Stop) Before starting the test: (SAT-A65...
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... work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - Mutes the volume. Switches between the inputs of your VCR. Select the equipment (SAT,TV,VCR) that you must first set up to show which device the remote control is operating.To operate your system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see page 16) 1 MUTING button - The indicators light up the remote control (see pages 15-16). 10 CODE SET button - MUTING VCR POWER...
... work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - Mutes the volume. Switches between the inputs of your VCR. Select the equipment (SAT,TV,VCR) that you must first set up to show which device the remote control is operating.To operate your system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see page 16) 1 MUTING button - The indicators light up the remote control (see pages 15-16). 10 CODE SET button - MUTING VCR POWER...
Operating Instructions
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.... 14 17 Navigation buttons - RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT 2 TV/VCR 3 TV/SAT 4 123 456 789 JUMP 5 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE 6 12 15 GUIDE button - Change channels directly and enter numerical values in on -screen display, the up/down buttons activate the one-line guide. 15 16 18 SELECT button - The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 displays. The SELECT button selects the highlighted item...
.... 14 17 Navigation buttons - RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT 2 TV/VCR 3 TV/SAT 4 123 456 789 JUMP 5 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE 6 12 15 GUIDE button - Change channels directly and enter numerical values in on -screen display, the up/down buttons activate the one-line guide. 15 16 18 SELECT button - The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 displays. The SELECT button selects the highlighted item...
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... buttons activate the one-line guide. 10 SEARCH button - To operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see pages 15-16). 9 Navigation button - When no menus are displayed, pressing the up the remote control (see pages 15-16). 13 AMP POWER button - Changes the audio track of compatible audio receivers. Switches between the various Sound Field settings of the current DVD in the DVD Player (if available). Use with the 0-9 buttons to operate your 6 audio receiver, you program the remote control to select digital video...
... buttons activate the one-line guide. 10 SEARCH button - To operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see pages 15-16). 9 Navigation button - When no menus are displayed, pressing the up the remote control (see pages 15-16). 13 AMP POWER button - Changes the audio track of compatible audio receivers. Switches between the various Sound Field settings of the current DVD in the DVD Player (if available). Use with the 0-9 buttons to operate your 6 audio receiver, you program the remote control to select digital video...
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... Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Timer Search Interactive Purchases Locks & Limits Messages System Menu function overview Screens (see page 19). B, Fav. Reset options to the default selections - C, Family) • Set maximum program rating allowed for unattended recording (SAT-A65 only) • Test system operation • Prepare a new access card • Display upgrade status and history • Display current receiver features Using the menus 17 Theme (page 19) Times (page 34) Favorites List (page 31) Favorites Setup (page 31) Set Options (page 31) Set Channel...
... Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Timer Search Interactive Purchases Locks & Limits Messages System Menu function overview Screens (see page 19). B, Fav. Reset options to the default selections - C, Family) • Set maximum program rating allowed for unattended recording (SAT-A65 only) • Test system operation • Prepare a new access card • Display upgrade status and history • Display current receiver features Using the menus 17 Theme (page 19) Times (page 34) Favorites List (page 31) Favorites Setup (page 31) Set Options (page 31) Set Channel...
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... option. If the program is set up to seven previously scheduled events at a time. Press SELECT again to the Frequency column. 6. You can change: • Default Audio and Alternate Audio • Audio Left/Right Balance • TruSurround® Audio Processing (SAT-A65 only) • Dolby Digital Output (SAT-A65 only) • Output Optimization 20 Using the menus If you specified12:00). 4. Set your VCR (see page 7), the DIRECTV Receiver will turn on . Use...
... option. If the program is set up to seven previously scheduled events at a time. Press SELECT again to the Frequency column. 6. You can change: • Default Audio and Alternate Audio • Audio Left/Right Balance • TruSurround® Audio Processing (SAT-A65 only) • Dolby Digital Output (SAT-A65 only) • Output Optimization 20 Using the menus If you specified12:00). 4. Set your VCR (see page 7), the DIRECTV Receiver will turn on . Use...
Operating Instructions
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... a time. A Most likely, if the front panel keys work but now I control my TV? your digital satellite receiver must program your remote control, try pressing the SAT button (or moving the devce switch to SAT on -screen offer to purchase pay per view programs? See Chapter 3 - Confirm that RG-6 (not RG-59) cable is available from your digital satellite receiver and the satellite dish antenna. We have already successfully programmed your remote control to watch one channel while recording another...
... a time. A Most likely, if the front panel keys work but now I control my TV? your digital satellite receiver must program your remote control, try pressing the SAT button (or moving the devce switch to SAT on -screen offer to purchase pay per view programs? See Chapter 3 - Confirm that RG-6 (not RG-59) cable is available from your digital satellite receiver and the satellite dish antenna. We have already successfully programmed your remote control to watch one channel while recording another...
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... wrong? A The telephone connection is used by the satellite receiver to report purchase activity to tape the chosen program. Q I need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line? Q What if my question isn't listed here? your phone line is connected or has disabled your digital satellite receiver. A There are three ways to make on and the input matches the output from your digital satellite receiver. For options 2 or 3, connect the local signal to the IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the...
... wrong? A The telephone connection is used by the satellite receiver to report purchase activity to tape the chosen program. Q I need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line? Q What if my question isn't listed here? your phone line is connected or has disabled your digital satellite receiver. A There are three ways to make on and the input matches the output from your digital satellite receiver. For options 2 or 3, connect the local signal to the IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the...
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... a service problem, call the telephone number listed below. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception problems. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to state. This warranty is a valid credit card to cover a security deposit, and Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in the form of a bill of the parts by a SONY...
... a service problem, call the telephone number listed below. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception problems. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to state. This warranty is a valid credit card to cover a security deposit, and Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in the form of a bill of the parts by a SONY...
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... prior written permission from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance, (b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by the functionality of this Agreement should the transferee use the Product. If Sony receives notice of a covered defect(s) during the warranty period, Sony will replace Software that the operation of the Software and/or Product will automatically terminate upon User's failure to modify, distribute, publish, transmit or create...
... prior written permission from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance, (b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by the functionality of this Agreement should the transferee use the Product. If Sony receives notice of a covered defect(s) during the warranty period, Sony will replace Software that the operation of the Software and/or Product will automatically terminate upon User's failure to modify, distribute, publish, transmit or create...
Operating Instructions
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..., video 23 Button board, change layout 24 C Caller ID, disable 26 Can't Tape message 10 Cancel purchase 18 Changing menu language 26 Channel banner location 30 removing from screen 30 Channel Mark, assigning channels 30 Channel Set function 25 Color scheme, changing 26 Contrast, screen 23 Controls front panel 4 VCR, testing 9 Crosstalk, reducing 25 D Default audio 21 Delete event, preselected 20 Dish antenna pointing 4 Dolby digital connection 9 logo icon 21 Pro Logic 10 E Edit preselected program 20 Elevation angle, determining 4 Emitter, VCR control cable 9 English...
..., video 23 Button board, change layout 24 C Caller ID, disable 26 Can't Tape message 10 Cancel purchase 18 Changing menu language 26 Channel banner location 30 removing from screen 30 Channel Mark, assigning channels 30 Channel Set function 25 Color scheme, changing 26 Contrast, screen 23 Controls front panel 4 VCR, testing 9 Crosstalk, reducing 25 D Default audio 21 Delete event, preselected 20 Dish antenna pointing 4 Dolby digital connection 9 logo icon 21 Pro Logic 10 E Edit preselected program 20 Elevation angle, determining 4 Emitter, VCR control cable 9 English...
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... control 15 Selecting a menu item 15 Signal indication 5 Spanish language menus 26 Standby mode 24 Surround sound, Dolby 9 S-Video connection 3 System menu functions 24 System Setup screen 4 T Tabs, menu 29 Tag boxes 31 Telephone connection 3 Testing results 5, 6 satellite signal 5 Toggle icon 24 Translucency setting 26 Transponder signal strength 5 testing 5 TV connection types 3 U Unattended recording 20 Unviewed purchases 18 Upcoming purchases menu 18 V VCR connecting 8 control cable 8, 9 remote control sensor 8 SETUP menu 9 testing 9 Video contrast 22 saturation 22 Z ZIP code antenna...
... control 15 Selecting a menu item 15 Signal indication 5 Spanish language menus 26 Standby mode 24 Surround sound, Dolby 9 S-Video connection 3 System menu functions 24 System Setup screen 4 T Tabs, menu 29 Tag boxes 31 Telephone connection 3 Testing results 5, 6 satellite signal 5 Toggle icon 24 Translucency setting 26 Transponder signal strength 5 testing 5 TV connection types 3 U Unattended recording 20 Unviewed purchases 18 Upcoming purchases menu 18 V VCR connecting 8 control cable 8, 9 remote control sensor 8 SETUP menu 9 testing 9 Video contrast 22 saturation 22 Z ZIP code antenna...