Sony SAT-A65A, SAT-B65A User Manual

DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver

Operating Instructions

4-089-401-11

Before you begin using your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in “Getting Started” on pages 1-6.

Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call your service provider to begin service: DIRECTV: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288)

SAT-A65A SAT-B65A

Covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6,075,526;5,828,419; 5,751,372; 5,694,176; and 5,635,989. This product is subject to one or more U.S. or foreign patents pending.

Sony Software License Agreement

ATTENTION: USE OF THE SOFTWARE IS SUBJECT TO THE SONY SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS SET FORTH ON PAGE 48. USING THE SOFTWARE OR THE PRODUCT IN WHICH IT IS INCORPORATED INDICATES USER’S ACCEPTANCE OF THESE LICENSE TERMS. IF THE USER DOES NOT ACCEPT THESE LICENSE TERMS, THE USER SHOULD IMMEDIATELY RETURN THE ENTIRE PRODUCT IN ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A FULL REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE. Disclaimer – Every effort has been made to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No warranty of any kind is made with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular pur pose.

Trademarks – Sony is trademark of Sony. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE, DIRECTV MOVIES THIS WEEK, DIRECTV SPORTS THIS WEEK, and DIRECTV SPORTS are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp. FREEVIEW is a registered trademark of Hughes Electronics Corp. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

Dolby Laboratories Information – Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Macrovision

Information – Macrovision is a registered trademark

of Macrovision Corporation. This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy process is licensed for noncommercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

StarSight® Information – StarSight

features licensed under one or more of the following patents: 4,706,121; 5,151,789; 5,353,121; 5,353,277; 5,479,266; 5,479,268; and 5,532,754. Use rights reserved.

™

TruSurround™ Information – TruSurround

and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

Note on recording programming – Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home taping of copyrighted materials. In most cases, it is permissible to record for your personal use, as long as you do not sell the material. You must act responsibly in this area–check into the matter if you are unsure.

Some pay per view programs may be licensed from producers as “view-only” programs. These are copyrighted programs, and may not be copied or reproduced for any purpose without the express written permission of the copyright owner.

DIRECTV

Programming – ACTIVATION OF PROGRAMMING

MAY BE SUBJECT TO CREDIT CARD APPROVAL AND REQUIRES VALID SERVICE ADDRESS, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, AND/OR MAJOR CREDIT CARD. Programming subject to change. You must be physically located in the United States (U.S.) to receive DIRECTV service. DIRECTV services are not available outside the United States. DIRECTV programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware. © 2002 DIRECTV, Inc. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp. Activate your DIRECTV programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288).

DIRECTV System hardware and installation

To arrange for professional installation of your DIRECTV System, ask questions, or resolve problems related to your DIRECTV System, contact your dealer. If you need more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-838-7669.

Please record the following information for warranty

System Model #: - _______________________

Receiver Model #: ___________________________

Receiver Serial #: ___________________________

Access Card #: _________ __________ _________

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner's Manual before you attempt to install or use your satellite system. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary.

Important Safety Instructions

Heed Cautions–All cautions on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions–All operating and use instructions should be followed.

THESE CAUTIONS AND SYMBOLS APPEAR ON THE BACK OF THE RECEIVER

WARNING or CAUTION

Double insulated systems are protected by additional board clearances and creepage, so that the unit will not be a safety hazard to the end-user.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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INSTALLATION

Ground

clamp

Electric

service

equipment

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode

Grounding conductor

Coaxial cable

Grounding block

Coaxial cable

Polarization – This DIRECTV® Receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure

Power Sources – Operate this DIRECTV Receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

Power-Cord Protection – Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

Ventilati on – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

For electrical safety, power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

Heat–Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Accessories – To avoid personal injury or damage to the DIRECTV Receiver, do not place the DIRECTV Receiver on any unstable cart, stand, table, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Attachments – Do not use attachments unless recommended by DIRECTV as they may cause hazards.

Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding – The outdoor satellite dish antenna

used to receive satellite signals and the cable used to connect the satellite dish antenna to the indoor receiving unit are required to comply with local installation codes and the appropriate sections of the National Electric Code (NEC) and in particular Article 810-15, which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-33, which specifies that the satellite dish antenna cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. These codes require proper grounding of the metal structure of the outdoor satellite dish antenna and grounding of the connecting cable at a point where it enters the house (or other building). If you are having a professional installer perform the installation, the installer must observe installation codes. This manual contains instructions on how to make the installation in compliance with the NEC. If additional local installation codes apply, contact local inspection authorities.

Example of Antenna Grounding according to the National Electrical Code instructions contained in “Radio and Television Equipment”.

Note: The DIRECTV Receiver shall be grounded through the satellite/ local antenna cable before plugging into the telephone jack, and it must remain grounded thereafter.

Water and Moisture – WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it from the telephone line. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

Television Antenna Information – Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer. Do not locate the outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. If an outside antenna is connected to the DIRECTV Receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. This DIRECTV Receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure. Section 810 of the NEC, NFPA No. 70 1987, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Power Lines – Extreme care must be taken when installing and adjusting

or maintaining the outdoor antenna and connecting cable, especially in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When installing the outdoor antenna or cable, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

Cleaning – Unplug this receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.

Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this DIRECTV Receiver through openings as they may touch dangerous voltages or “short out” parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the receiver. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

SERVICE

Servicing–Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV® Receiver yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Conditions Requiring Service–Unplug the DIRECTV Receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions:

•When the power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

•If liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen into, the DIRECTV

Receiver or it has been exposed to water.

•If the DIRECTV Receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Other adjustments may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the DIRECTV Receiver to its normal operation.

•If the DIRECTV Receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

•When the DIRECTV Receiver exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Replacement Parts–When replacement parts are required, have the technician verify that the replacements being used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts.

Use of replacement parts specified by the manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check–Upon completion of any service or repairs to this DIRECTV Receiver, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the DIRECTV Receiver is in safe operating condition.

Your DIRECTV Receiver is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of its features and functions. These modifications will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off. If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, you may experience a disruption in reception for a minute or two. Your reception should return to normal after the modification is complete. Your receiver must be plugged in to receive any upgrades. Do not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Please consult the Upgrade menu to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV.

With this receiver (SAT-A65A, SAT-B65A) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be able to subscribe to local channels from DIRECTV in certain areas. Additional equipment may be required in some markets. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity– Standards to which Conformity is declared: FCC Part15

This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Responsible Party’s Name: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 U.S.A Telephone: 1-800-858-7669

• Trade Name: Sony

• Type of Equipment: Satellite Receiver

• Model Numbers: SAT-A65A, SAT-B65A, RM-Y812, RM-Y807

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)–This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules.

Part 15 Compliance–This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by removing and applying power to the equipment, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving satellite dish antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the DIRECTV

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the DIRECTV Receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC.

To meet FCC requirement, only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this device. Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables are required to connect the device to a personal computer, peripheral, or other Class B certified device.

Part 68 Compliance –This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the modem card is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the Telephone Company.

The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, contact the Telephone Company to determine the maximum number of RENs for the calling area.

If the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: (SAT-A65A, SAT-B65A) terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But, if advance notice is not practical, the Telephone Company will notify you as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC, if you believe it is necessary. The Telephone Company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

The Telephone Company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If you have trouble with the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65A, SAT-B65A) equipment, please contact

Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858-SONY (7669)

for repair and/or warranty information.

Sony must make any necessary repairs to the modem portion of this equipment in order to maintain valid FCC registration. Do not attempt to repair or service your modem. Return it to Sony.

No repairs can be made by customers. All repairs must be done by an authorized Sony Service Center. This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the Telephone Company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs.

Receiver.

Contents

Getting started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Setup overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Attach the antenna cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Connect your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Determine antenna angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Testing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Adding system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connecting components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connect a terrestrial antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connect the RF remote control antenna

(SAT-A65A only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connect the VCR Control Cable

(SAT-A65A only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Test the VCR (Record/Stop)

(SAT-A65A only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting a home entertainment system. . . . . . .10

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Remote control functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installing remote control batteries. . . . . . . . . . . 15

Programming the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Changing the remote default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Using DIRECTV INTERACTIVE™

Using the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Purchasing pay per view (PPV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cancelling purchases. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Setting guide preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To schedule or edit an event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Adjusting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Using Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65A only) . . 21

Setting default and alternate audio . . . . . . . . . .21

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 features . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

The OneLine™ Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Channel Mark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Setting favorites and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Using favorite channel lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Creating a channel list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Renaming a channel list:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Creating an Auto Set list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adding and removing all channels . . . . . . . . . . 34

Filtering the program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using Theme Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Selecting guide times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using access controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Locking & unlocking the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

How to lock the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Unlocking the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Setting ratings limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Setting spending and time limits. . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Questions & Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Manufacturers device control codes . . . . . .45

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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You may connect a second DIRECTV Receiver to the unused LNB output. These instructions also apply to an additional receiver.

Getting started 1

This chapter explains how to:

• Connect the DIRECTV

(this page).

• Connect your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV (see page 3).

• Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your location (see page 4).

• Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5).

How to use this manual

This manual uses these typographical conventions to help clarify instructions:

Text Example Description

Click Cancel.

Highlight the Messages button.

Press the INFO button. Connect a pair of A/V cables to the

AUDIO IN jack.

Highlight the Options tab.

Display the MAIN MENU.

satellite dish antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver

On-screen command buttons that execute an action.

Pull-down and pop-up box selections, or other option buttons within a menu pane.

Remote control buttons, or receiver front panel. Names of equipment cable connections on equipment.

Menu tab names

Menu and pane names, names of pop-up and sub-menu panes.

Setup overview At this point, you should have:

• Mounted the DIRECTV satellite antenna and pointed it in the general

direction of the satellite.

• Grounded the antenna as described in your antenna installation instructions.

• Attached RG-6 coaxial cable(s) to the antenna LNB connector(s).

• Routed the other end of the antenna cable to the back of your DIRECTV

Receiver.

• Placed the DIRECTV Receiver accessible to a telephone modular jack.

Ensure that you have completed these procedures, then continue to the next page to begin installing the DIRECTV Receiver.

Getting started 1

Attach the antenna cable

You can configure your system several ways, depending on what additional components (such as a VCR, DVD player, or A/V receiver) you select. For now, however, use the simplest configuration to check your antenna and cabling.

• Ensure that the DIRECTV

Receiver is not plugged into an electrical outlet.

• Attach the RG-6 coaxial antenna cable to the SATELLITE IN connector on

the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Refer to the appropriate figure below.

VHF/UHF IN

VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT

TEL LINE

Model: SAT-B65

Digital Satellite Receiver

Sony Electronics, Inc.

Made in Mexico

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Table 1: Rear panel connections - SAT-B65A DIRECTV Receiver

1 SATELLITE IN connector 6 VIDEO OUTPUT jack 2 VHF/UHF IN connector 7 S-VIDEO jack 3 VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector 8 TELEPHONE JACK 4 AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack 9 AC POWER CORD 5 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack

8 10

VHF/UHF IN

VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT

21 4 5 7 9

TEL LINE

Model: SAT-A65

Digital Satellite Receiver

Sony Electronics, Inc.

Made in Mexico

Table 2: Rear panel connections - SAT-A65A 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

Connect your TV

Depending on your TV, you can connect it to the receiver in one of three ways:

• S-Video cable (best picture quality) or

• Video cable (very good picture quality) or

• Coaxial cable (good picture quality)

In addition to your video connection, use a set of audio cables (L/R) to provide stereo sound. If your TV does not have audio jacks, you will hear monophonic audio. This is acceptable for the procedures described in the next section.

To connect your TV to the DIRECTV

Receiver:

1. Select the appropriate connection:

If your TV has an S-Video jack –

• Use an S-Video cable (supplied with SAT-A65A only) to connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s

• Use audio cables to connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s the TV’s

AUDIO IN jacks.

S-VIDEO jack to the TV’s S-VIDEO jack.

AUDIO jacks to

If your TV has RCA-type A/V connectors –

• Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s

A/V IN jacks.

TV’s

• If your TV has only one

jack to the TV AUDIO IN jack.

AUDIO IN jack, connect the receiver’s AUDIO

AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the

If your TV only has an RF (coaxial) connector –

• Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s the TV’s

VHF/UHF IN or RF IN jack.

VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector to

2. Connect one end of the telephone line cord provided into the DIRECTV Receiver’s PHONE JACK.

3. Connect the other end into a modular telephone outlet.

4. Plug the TV into an electrical outlet.

5. Plug the DIRECTV Receiver power cord into an electrical outlet. If the front panel Power indicator does not illuminate, press the

POWER button.

Onscreen Menu Icons

These icons appear in onscreen menus and are used throughout this manual:

Toggle or Step  Press SELECT to toggle (switch) a setting from ON to OFF or

step through the available choices each time you press SELECT.

List of Options  Menu button will display a list of choices in a pop-up menu when

you press SELECT.

Series of Boxes  Multiple screens will appear in a series requesting you to enter

numbers and/or letters for the particular feature when you press SELECT.

Getting started 3

Determine antenna

angles

This section explains how to determine the proper antenna position. This is expressed in degrees of azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical). Use the receiver front panel controls shown below to complete this procedure.

POWER

1. Press the front panel

MENU button to display the MAIN MENU below.

2. Use the button to highlight the

MAIN MENU Wed, Feb 20 8:45PM

Program Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Program Director Watchword Interactive Purchases Lock & Limits View Mail System Setup Watch TV

SELECT

System tab.

DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT-A

Tilt angle also appears if you select an Oval Antenna from the Dish Type menu.

Main Menu tabs

3. Press the front panel

SELECT button.

4. The ANTENNA INSTALL menu allows you to determine the correct antenna position using your 5-digit ZIP code. Enter your ZIP code and press

SELECT.

The correct azimuth and elevation angles appear as shown below.

5. Use these values to properly align your dish antenna.

ANTENNA INSTALL

Antenna Signal

VCR Prefs

Test

New Card

Upgrades

Features

Watch TV

Main Menu

Dish Type Alignment

Round Dish

ZIP Code Entry

ZIP Code

Oval Dish 2

2 0 9 0 2

Oval dish 3

Round dish for 1 satellite location

Cancel

Wed, Sep 5, 3:31 PM

ZIP Code: 20902 Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: 38 Azimuth: 224 SW Tilt:

ZIP Code

Lat/Long

4 Getting started

Finding antenna settings based on ZIP code

Testing your system

When you have aligned your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the

Antenna pane:

1. Highlight the

Signal tab.

2. Use the button to highlight the Source pull-down menu

3. Signal quality is indicated by a scale at the bottom of the pane and with an audible indication. The frequency and tempo of the tone increase with signal strength.

SIGNAL STRENGTH

Antenna

Signal

VCR

Prefs

Test

New Card

Upgrade

Features

Exit

Return

Signal Strength

Source

Satellite 101

Current: 95 Highest: 95

(A)

Status: Unlocked

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Transponder

4. Highlight the Transponder pull-down menu.

5. You may need to select another transponder to achieve the highest signal indication.

6. Select the transponder providing the best signal.

7. Use the button to highlight the

8. Highlight Begin Test and press the

Test tab.

SELECT button.

Results appear within a few seconds and should resemble those in the figure. If your test results are much different from those shown in the figures, or you receive no signal indication, refer to page 6.

SYSTEM TEST

Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return

System Test

Begin Test

Version Wink Version

Signal Tuning

Phone Access Card

Front Panel

Wed, Aug 1 5:12PM

Xponder Test

: 5317.6 : 0.0.0.75 :OK :OK

:OK :OK

(ID 0000-0000-0000)

:OK

To perform the Transponder test:

1. Move the highlight to the Xponder Test pull-down menu.

2. Press the

SELECT button.

Getting started 5

3. Press SELECT again to test the first selection on the pop-up menu.

SYSTEM TEST

Antenna Signal

VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade

SYSTEM TEST

Features

Antenna

Exit

Signal

Return

VCR Prefs Test

Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return

Begin Test

18

916

1724

2532

System Tests

Xponder Test

Satellite 101 (A) Signal Strength

Wed, Jun 13 10:15 PM

Xponder Test

Satellite 101 (A)

: 5317.6

Satellite 119 (B)

:0.0.0.75

Satellite 110 (C)

:OK

Cancel

:OK

System Tests

Wed, Jun 13 10:16 PM

Xponder Test

Your results will differ slightly from those shown, depending on your geographic location and specific installation. However, if your results are very different from these examples (i.e, rows of zeros or single-digit numbers):

• Highlight the Antenna tab on the ANTENNA SETUP menu, then carefully

verify your settings for accuracy.

INSTALLATION

Install Signal

VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return

Dish Pointing

Dish Type

Autoconfig

Dish Type: Oval Dish 2

Networks: 0, 3

Switch Type: Simple

LNB: Unstacked

Antenna Setup pane

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Alignment Mode

ZIP Code

Lat/Longitude

ZIP Code : Latitude : Longitude :

Elevation : Azimuth : Tilt :

• Re-enter your ZIP code if necessary to verify you have used the correct

antenna pointing parameters for your location.

• Check your cable connections.

• Ensure the DIRECTV

Receiver is connected to a modular telephone jack.

6 Getting started

Once you have successfully obtained a signal and your test results resemble those shown in the figures, call DIRECTV (or your subscription service provider) to activate service if you have not done so already.

Adding system components 2

You can configure your DIRECTV® Receiver several ways depending on the additional audio/video components you want to use.

This chapter explains how to:

• Connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna (this page).

• Connect the optional RF remote control antenna (this page).

• Connect and set-up a VCR (see page 8).

• Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into your existing audio or A/V system

(see page 10).

Connecting components

Connect a terrestrial

antenna

Connect the RF remote

control antenna

(SAT-A65A only)

At this point, you should have:

Verified that your system is operating properly.

Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV.

Unplugged all components from electrical outlets.

You can connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver by connecting it to the DIRECTV Receiver’s (refer to figures on page 2). The remote control switch between DIRECTV antenna.

The SAT-A65A DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) remote control antenna that allows you to control your receiver from other rooms in your house.

programming and input from the terrestrial

INPUT button allows you to

TV ANT/CABLE IN jack

RF Antenna

1. Plug the RF remote control cable into the DIRECTV Receiver rear panel (refer to figures on page 2.)

2. Extend the cable and place the antenna in the desired location

To achieve the best operating range from the remote control, position the antenna as high and as far away from metal objects as possible.

RF REMOTE connector on the

Adding system components 7

Connecting a VCR

Follow these instructions to connect your TV and VCR to the DIRECTV® Receiver. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s

SATELLITE IN jack (refer to figures on page 2).

1. Depending on your VCR, select the appropriate connection to the DIRECTV receiver:

If your VCR has A/V connectors –

• Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s VCR’s

A/V IN jacks.

AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the

If your VCR only has an RF (coaxial) connector–

• Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s

VHF/UHF IN or RF IN jack.

• If your VCR has only one (mono)

AUDIO L jack to the VCR’s AUDIO IN jack.

AUDIO IN jack, connect the receiver’s lower

OUT TO TV connector to the VCR’s

2. Depending on your TV and VCR, select the appropriate method to the connect the VCR to the TV:

If your TV and VCR have A/V connector –

• Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s

A/V IN jacks.

TV’s

AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the

If your TV or VCR only has an RF (coaxial) jack –

• Connect the VCR’s

VHF/UHF OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF IN jack.

3. Plug the TV, VCR, and DIRECTV Receiver power cords into an electrical outlet.

Connect the VCR Control

Cable (SAT-A65A only)

Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65A DIRECTV Receiver can control your VCR for unattended recording.

1. Plug the VCR control cable into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack.

2. Temporarily position the other end over the VCR’s remote control sensor (normally a small dark plastic window on the VCR front panel).

The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in your VCR manual. If it is not identified, scan the front of the VCR with your VCR remote control:

3. Hold the VCR remote control about ½-inch (1.3 cm) from the front left side.

4. Slowly move the remote control to the right as shown in the figure.

5. Repeatedly press the remote control’s power key on and off.

Scanning for the VCR remote control sensor

6. When your VCR responds to your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Temporarily tape the emitter to the position you marked until you verify that it works properly.

8 Adding system components

7. Test the VCR control feature as described below.

8. Remove the temporary mounting tape. Attach the emitter permanently with peel-and-stick backing. This will not interfere with normal VCR operation.

The VCR SETUP menu provides the settings to allow the DIRECTV Receiver to communicate with your VCR.

Test the VCR

(Record/Stop)

(SAT-A65A only)

VCR SETUP

Install Signal VCR Prefs

Test New Card Upgrade Features

Exit Return

Brand

Admiral

Aiwal

Akai

Audio Dynamics

Bell & Howell

Brooksonic

Canon

Select a code

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TestCode

Record

Stop

Clear

9. Scroll through the VCR brands using the navgation buttons. If you cannot find the correct code listed for your brand of VCR, try related brands that use the same code. Your VCR may also respond to multiple codes.

10. Use the remote control

SELECT button to try each code.

11. Alternate between this procedure and testing the code.

This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code controls your VCR. Before starting the test:

• Turn the VCR power on.

• Verify the VCR Control Cable is properly connected.

• Insert a recordable videotape into the VCR.

Signals coming from the remote control at the same time as signals coming from the VCR Control cable may provide unreliable test results.

Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to test the codes.

Test the VCR record and stop commands. If either command does not function, try other codes shown for your VCR brand. If you are unsuccessful after trying all available codes, recheck your VCR Control Cable connections and IR emitter placement.

Adding system components 9

Connecting a home entertainment system

The A/V receiver must be turned on in order to send the video signal to your TV.

You can integrate the DIRECTV® Receiver into your entertainment system to take advantage of enhanced audio and video capability. Follow these instructions to connect your DIRECTV Receiver.

• To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your audio system, use A/V cables to

connect the satellite receiver to the audio receiver’s

AUDIO IN jacks. Refer

to the figures on page 2 for rear panel connector locations.

• Dolby Digital - With the SAT-A65A model, you can enjoy programs that

contain a Dolby Digital sound track. We recommend that you listen in surround sound for maximum enjoyment of these programs. You can connect the stereo outputs of the SAT-A65A to a receiver that contains a Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. This will provide you with three audio channels in the front and a mono surround channel.

• To take full advantage of Dolby Digital programming, connect the

SAT-A65A digital audio output to an external 5.1-channel Dolby Digital decoder or receiver. This provides you with three front channels, two independent surround channels, and a sub-woofer channel.

1. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s

SATELLITE IN jack.

2. Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s

A/V jacks.

A/V jacks to the VCR and A/V receiver’s

3. AUX, optical connection, and digital output connections – If your audio receiver has coaxial or optical digital connectors, connect the appropriate type of cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (SAT-A65A

only) for two-channel digital stereo. If your A/V receiver is also capable of

decoding Dolby Digital, use this connection in order to listen in full

5.1-channel surround sound. Additional audio information begins on page 20.

4. Connect the VCR’s

A/V OUT jacks to a pair of the A/V receiver’s A/V IN

jacks.

5. Connect the A/V receiver’s

MONITOR OUT jack to the TV’s VIDEO IN

jack.

6. Plug the components into an electrical outlet.

Note: If you have connected a VCR to your entertainment system in a way that routes the satellite receiver’s signal to your VCR before it reaches the TV, you may see a distorted picture if you try to record a copy-protected program. A programs. If this occurs, simply stop recording and the picture will automatically correct itself.

Can’t Tape symbol in the screen banner identifies these

10 Adding system components

Using the remote control 3

This chapter explains how to:

• Use the RM-Y812 and RM-Y807 remote control functions. (see page 15)

• Install and replace the remote control batteries. (see page 15)

• Program the remote to work with your system components. (see page 16)

• Access interactive programming features. (see page 16)

MUTING button - Mutes the volume. Press

again to restore the volume. To operate your TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

TV/VIDEO button - Switches between the

inputs of your TV. To operate your TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

TV/VCR button - Switches between the

inputs of your VCR. To operate your VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

TV/SAT button - Switches your satellite

receiver output between regular TV and satellite broadcasts. To receive regular TV broadcasts, you must have a local TV antenna or cable connection.

Subchannel button - Use with the 0-9

buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available).

DISPLAY button - Displays information for

the current program.

EXIT button - Closes all on-screen displays.

MENU button - Opens the Main Menu.

VOL button - Adjust the volume. To operate

your TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

CODE SET button - Lets you program the

remote control to operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see pages 15–16).

POWER buttons - Turn on and off the

Satellite Receiver, TV, and VCR. To operate your TV or VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

FUNCTION buttons - Select the equipment

(SAT,TV,VCR) that you want to operate. The indicators light up to show which device the remote control is operating.To operate your TV or VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

VCR Control buttons - Operate VCR features

such as play, record, pause, stop, and fast wind. To operate your VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

–16).

MUTING

VCR

FUNCTION

TVTV/VIDEO

TV/VCR

TV/SAT

1283

456

VOL

CODE SET

RM-Y812

Continued on next page

FAVORITEDISPLAY

SELECT

SEARCHMENUEXIT

SATELLITE RECEIVER

JUMP

GUIDE

POWER

SAT

PAG E

RM-Y812

Using the remote control 11

0-9 buttons - Change channels directly

MUTING

VCR

TV/VCR

TV/SAT

FUNCTION

TVTV/VIDEO

POWER

SAT

1283

456

and enter numerical values in onscreen displays.

JUMP button - Changes channels to

the previously tuned channel.

GUIDE button - Opens the Program

Guide.

FAVORIT E butt o n - Changes the guide

to the next Favorite Stations.

JUMP

FAVORITEDISPLAY

GUIDE

SELECT

VOL

SEARCHMENUEXIT

CODE SET

PAG E

RM-Y812

Navigation buttons - The navigation

buttons move the highlight in on-screen displays. If there is no on-screen display, the up/down buttons activate the one-line guide.

SELECT button - The SELECT button

selects the highlighted item.

button- Access interactive

features.

SEARCH button - Access the Search feature to find favorite programs.

CH +/–/PAGE buttons - Change channels. When a program guide is open, these buttons page through the guide.

SATELLITE RECEIVER

RM-Y812

12 Using the remote control

The MUTING, SLEEP and VOL +/buttons are set to control an audio receiver unless the Device Switch is set to “TV”. To change this setting, see Changing the remote default on page16

MUTING button - Mutes the volume of the

audio receiver. Press again to restore the volume. To operate your TV, move the device switch to TV or see Changing the remote default on page 16. To operate your audio receiver or TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

SLEEP button - Sets the audio receiver to

turn off automatically after a certain amount of time (if your audio receiver has a compatible Sleep feature). To operate your TV, move the device switch to TV or see Changing the remote default on page 16. To operate your audio receiver or TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

SOUND FIELD +/– buttons - Switches

between the various Sound Field settings of compatible audio receivers. To operate your audio receiver, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).

0-9 buttons - Change channels directly, and

enter numerical values in on-screen displays.

Subchannel button - Use with the 0-9

buttons to select digital video subchannels if available (for example, 2.1).

DISPLAY button - Opens the program

information display for the current program.

MENU button - Opens the Main Menu.

–16).

VOL (Volume) +/– button - Adjusts the audio

receiver volume. To operate your audio receiver or TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

Navigation button - The navigation buttons

move the highlight in the on-screen displays. When no menus are displayed, pressing the up or down navigation buttons activate the one-line guide.

SEARCH button - Access the SEARCH

feature to find favorite programs.

AUDIO buttons - Changes the audio track of

the current DVD in the DVD Player (if available). To operate your DVD Player, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).

CODE SET button - Lets you program the

remote control to operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see pages 15–16).

AMP POWER button - Turn on and off the

audio receiver.To operate your audio receiver, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

–16).

RM-Y807

Continued on next page

Using the remote control 13

RM-Y807

TV/AV POWER button - Turn on and off

the TV. To turn on and off the DVD or VCR, move the device switch to DVD or VCR. To operate your TV, DVD, or VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

POWER button - Turn on and off the

satellite receiver.

TV/VIDEO button - Switches between

the inputs of your TV. To operate your TV you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

TV/SAT button- Switches the signal

being output by the VHF(SAT)/UHF OUT jack from the SATELLITE IN to VHF/UHF IN.

PIC MODE button - Switches between

the Picture Mode setting of compatible TVs. To operate your TV you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).

JUMP button- Changes channels to the

previously tuned channel.

FAVORITE button - Toggles the

Favorite Stations guides.

GUIDE button - Opens the Program

Guide.

CH (Channel) +/– button - Changes

channels. When a program guide is open, pressing the CH button pages through the guide.

SELECT button - Access the Search

feature to find favorite programs.

button - Access interactive features.

VCR/DVD Control buttons - Operate VCR/DVD features such as play, record, pause, stop, and fast wind. To operate your VCR/DVD you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).

–16).

14 Using the remote control

Device switch (TV/VCR/DVD/SAT

switch) - Set the remote to operate other devices in your home theater. To operate these other devices, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15

–16).

The DIRECTV® Receiver front panel buttons can provide the basic controls needed to access major DIRECTV System features. However, using the remote control simplifies accessing the basic system functions, enhances your system’s capabilities, and provides convenient shortcuts to extended features. Additionally, some remote control buttons can also control other home entertainment system components.

Remote control functions

The navigation buttons are the most versatile (and most used) remote control feature. Using only the navigation buttons, you can perform virtually all on-screen functions including:

• Selecting a highlighted screen menu item.

• Moving the screen highlight (or cursor) up, down, left and right.

• Jumping directly to the OneLine™ Guide.

• Changing channels using the OneLine Guide.

Use the navigation buttons to move up, down, left, or right through the on-screen displays.

Press the navigation buttons up or down to display the OneLine guide while you are watching a program. When the OneLine guide appears, press the navigation buttons up or down to step to the next higher- or lower-numbered channel.

Installing remote control

batteries

Press the time (while a program title is highlighted) to display the

Press the

GUIDE button to display the current program guide. Press it a second

Guide Options menu.

DISPLAY button to display a brief description about the program you

are viewing. For more details, press it again to display the Information Banner.

DISPLAY button provides scheduling information (and pay per view

The purchase information) about the program highlighted in the program guide. See Chapter 5 – Using program guides, on page 27 for more information.

Use the

CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to move up or down to the next available

channel in the OneLine Guide or scroll through a page of program guide selection.

Press the

EXIT button to exit from any on-screen guide, remove banners, or

terminate an action.

RM-Y807 Remote Control:

Move the device switch to

SAT to control the DIRECTV

Receiver. The other

positions on the device switch indicate the devices they control.

RM-Y812 Remote Control:

Press the

SAT function button to control the DIRECTV Receiver. The other

function buttons indicate the devices they control.

To install or replace the remote control batteries:

1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote control.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Insert two “AA” size batteries as shown, observing the correct polarity.

4. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Using the remote control 15

Programming the remote

control

The RM-Y807 and RM-Y812 remote controls can be programmed to operate your other audio/video equipment.

1. Find the code(s) for the manufacturer of the device you want to operate with this remote control. You can find these codes on pages 45 and 46.

2. Press the

CODE SET button.

3. Press the 0-9 buttons to input the manufacturer code. Then Press the

SELECT button. The remote is set up to operate that device.

4. Test the remote control. Press the press other operation controls such as the

POWER button for that equipment, then

(CH +/–) buttons. If the device

does not respond to the remote control, repeat the procedure from step 2 and enter a different manufacturer code in step 3.

Changing the remote

default

Using DIRECTV

™

INTERACTIVE

The RM-Y807 remote is set to control an audio receiver using the MUTING,

SLEEP, and VOL +/– buttons unless the device switch is set to TV. This setting

can be changed so that these buttons always control the TV.

1. Press the

2. Use the

SELECT button. Press the SELECT button a second time.

3. The

CODE SET button.

0-9 buttons to enter the numbers “1,” “0,” “0,” then press the

MUTING, SLEEP, and VOL +/– buttons are now always set to control

the TV.

4. To return to the default setting, follow the above step, but enter the numbers

9,” “9,” “9” in step 2

“

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE powered by Wink Communications® is a free, easy-to-use service that allows you to interact with the television shows and advertisements. When the blinking symbol appears in the upper left part of

your screen, you know that the program you're watching has been enhanced with DIRECTV INTERACTIVE.

Simply press the button on your remote control.You can use your remote control to access up-to-the-minute sports scores, news and weather, get program trivia, respond to offers during commercials, and purchase products, all while watching TV.

16 Using the remote control

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE

Interact

Exit Return

Select the DIRECTV INTERACTIVE

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE

Check your local weather, see the latest

sports scores, interact with popular

shows and shop from your couch. It is

FREE, easy to use and lots of fun!

Go to the DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Center

to get started

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Center

Center menu bar, then follow the simple

directions provided on the subsequent screens.

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Using the menus 4

This chapter describes:

• How to find the menus you need to perform common tasks (this page).

• How to purchase pay per view events (see 18).

• Using the Timer (see 19).

• How to set and modify preferences (see 19).

The table below lists the

MAIN MENU tabs, their submenus, and what they do.

Menu function overview

Main Menu tab Screens (see page) If you want to:

Program Guide Program Guide • View and modify the program guide.

Guide Options Theme (19)

Times (36) Favorites List (33) Favorites Setup (33) Set Options (33) Set Channel Mark (31)

Audio & Video Audio Adjustment (20)

Video Adjustment

Caller ID Caller ID (23, 26) • View names & telephone numbers of recent callers

• Change the name of a program list.

• Change the period of time shown in the program guide

• Create/edit up to four channel lists (Fav. A, Fav. B, Fav. C, Family)

• Create a program listing that contains selected channels

• Guide Options: – Guide style (grid or Logo) – Picture in guide, zoom (on or off) – Multi-Color guide (on or off) – Channel Sort (numeric or alpha) – Filters (temporary or persistent) – Reset options to the default selections – Set and edit Channel Mark guide channels

• Set Default Audio language

• Set Alternate Audio language

• Set left/right audio balance

• Select 4:3 or 16:9 screen ratio

• Center menus on your monitor

Timer Schedule (20) • Automatically tune to programs for viewing or taping

Search Setup (23)

Results (23)

™

Interactive DIRECTV INTERACTIVE

Purchases Upcoming & Past Purchases (18) • View a list of scheduled pay per view event

Locks & Limits Lock (37)

Fav S etup (33) Rating (38) Limits (39)

Messages Mail (19) • Read messages from DIRECTV

System Install (2)

Signal (4) VCR (7) Prefs (19) Te st (5) New Card Upgrade Features

(16) • Access interactive programming features

• Search for programming using specific words

• Display search results

• Display recently purchased pay per view events

• Lock and unlock the system

• Set viewing times and maximum viewing hours

• Create/edit up to four channel lists (Fav. A, Fav. B, Fav. C, Family)

• Set maximum program rating allowed for viewing

• Select programming content to be shown in the program guide

• Determine proper antenna azimuth and elevation setting

• Test signal reception

• Setup VCR for unattended recording (SAT-A65A only)

• Test system operation

• Prepare a new access card

• Display upgrade status and history

• Display current receiver features

Using the menus 17

Purchasing pay per view (PPV)

Select the Purchases menu tab to display lists of recently viewed and advance purchased pay per view events. You can choose

UPCOMING PURCHASES. The event channel, title, start date and time, and

PAST PURCHASES and

cost is shown for each purchase.

PAST PURCHASES

Upcoming

Past

Exit

Return

1/12

2/12

Pay per view purchases list

The

PAST PURCHASES pane shows recent pay per view events charged to

Purchase History

Recently viewed event

9:00PM

Previously viewed event

8:00PM

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102

140

$2.99

$29.99

your account. You cannot remove listed events. The list does not show:

• events purchased, but later canceled.

• purchased, cancelable events to which the DIRECTV

Receiver never

tuned.

• events ordered by calling DIRECTV.

If you are not authorized for purchases using your DIRECTV Receiver, contact DIRECTV for assistance.

Cancelling purchases

The

UPCOMING PURCHASES pane displays:

• PPV events you have purchased but not yet viewed

• PPV events purchased but never viewed.

Events ordered by calling DIRECTV do not appear on this list. For additional information about a specific event, highlight the event and press the

button

DISPLAY

To purchase a pay per view event:

1. Highlight the Buy menu pane option

2. Press

SELECT

3. Press SELECT again to confirm your purchase.

You may cancel some events after purchasing them. You can usually cancel unviewed purchases, however some events cannot be cancelled. If the Cancel Purchase button appears, you can clear the purchase. If this button is unavailable, part of the event has probably already been viewed, and you must accept the purchase.

To cancel a Pay Per View event:

1. Highlight the event you want to cancel.

2. Press

SELECT on the remote control.

3. Use the pop-up menu panel to cancel the purchase.

18 Using the menus

Setting guide preferences

Highlight and SELECT the Guide Options tab from the MAIN MENU. The

Options screen (shown below) allows you to customize operation to best suit

your needs.

GUIDE OPTIONS

Theme

Times Fav List

Fav Setup Options Ch. Mark Exit Return

Guide Style

Picture In Guide

Guide Zoom

Multi-Color

Channel Sort

Filters

Reset Options

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Grid

Numeric

Temporary

Selecting guide options

Using the Timer You can program up to 32 events in advance for viewing or unattended

recording. The on a repeating basis. As shown below, you can:

Timer will tune to a program at a specific date and time, or tune

• Schedule programs for viewing (ü)

• Schedule programs for taping ( ) (SAT-A65A only)

• Select Cancel from the menu if you decide not to schedule anything.

TIMER & REC

Schedule

Exit

Return

Chan Start FrequencyLength

Schedule Options

Schedule to View ( )

Schedule to Tape

Delete Event

Cancel

The TIMER pane popup menu

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Using the menus 19

To schedule or edit an

event

The Schedule pane displays up to seven previously scheduled events at a time. If more than seven events are already scheduled, use the navigation buttons to scroll down to view the additional events. Small arrows at the top or bottom of the list indicate that there are additional events.

You can schedule events up to eleven months in advance.

Select Delete Event to clear a scheduled event.

To schedule a program:

1. Highlight an upcoming program in the program guide and press

SELECT again to cycle through the next available option.

Press

If you choose a scheduling option, the DIRECTV

Receiver will turn on (if

SELECT.

necessary) and tune to the specified channel at the chosen date and time.

2. If you chose Schedule to Tape (SAT-A65A only) and you have set up your VCR (see 7), the DIRECTV Receiver will record the event. For unattended recording:

– Attach the VCR Control Cable and set up your VCR. – Set your VCR for the correct DIRECTV Receiver output: RF (channel

3/4) or A/V (phono or S-Video).

– Insert a blank videotape and leave the VCR turned on.

3. Use the navigation buttons to specify AM or PM (or N for noon, or M for midnight if the you specified12:00).

4. Use the same procedure to set the program Length in hours and minutes.

5. Use the navigation buttons to advance to the Frequency column.

6. Specify when, or how often, the event occurs: To da y, To mo rr ow, Every Mon,

Every Tue, Every Wed, Every Thu, Every Fri, Every Sat, Every Sun, Everyday, Mon-Fri, or “/” (specify a date).

If you specify a date, use the month/day format. The year is set automatically.

7. After setting the Frequency, use the navigation buttons to advance.

8. Review your settings and choose OK, or choose Cancel to delete the edits.

To cancel a program scheduled for viewing or taping: Find the upcoming program in the program guide you wish to cancel and press

SELECT until the check mark (✓ ) or videotape icon ( ) disappears.

If the program is currently airing, you must delete the event from the menu pane accessed from the

TIMER menu.

Adjusting audio From the MAIN MENU, highlight and SELECT the Audio & Video tab.

From the

•

AUDIO ADJUST menu pane, you can change:

Default Audio and Alternate Audio Audio Left/Right Balance TruSurround® Audio Processing (SAT-A65A only) Dolby Digital Output (SAT-A65A only) Output Optimization

Schedule

20 Using the menus

AUDIO ADJUSTMENT

Audio Video

Exit Return

Default Audio

Alternate Audio

Audio Balance

SRS TruSurround

Dolby Digital

Factory Defaults

Adjusting Audio settings

Wed, Feb 20 2:15 AM

English

0,0

Off

Using Dolby Digital

audio (SAT-A65A only)

Setting default and

alternate audio

Select the Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65A only), then use the CHANNEL

(CH +/–)

button to step through the audio tracks for the current program. For programs that are offered in Dolby Digital, the double-D symbol ( ) appears with the audio track title.

Your DIRECTV® Receiver supports alternate audio services. The icon

ALT.

AUDIO

appears below the date and time in the Information Banner or program guide if these services are available for a particular program.

AUDIO ADJUSTMENT

Audio Video

Exit Return

Default Audio

English

Default Audio

Spanish

Alternate Audio

French

Alternate Audio

Enhanced Bass

German

Audio Balance

Italian

Dolby Digital

Japanese

SRS TruSurround

Korean

Dolby Digital

Chinese

Factory Defaults

Wed, Feb 20 2:55 AM

English

0,0

Off

Setting the default audio language

1. Press the remote control

INPUT button to access these services.

2. Highlight the desired language.

3. Press

SELECT.

Occasionally, an audio track may be offered that is not being broadcast, in which case the audio will not change or you will not hear any audio. Change channels to restore the audio track to the one specified on the

ADJUSTMENT

menu pane.

Using the menus 21

AUDIO

Adjusting audio balance

To adjust the left/right audio balance, highlight and SELECT Audio Balance.

AUDIO ADJUSTMENT

Audio Video

Exit Return

Left Speaker

Audio Balance

Right Speaker

Default Audio

Alternate Audio

Audio Balance

SRS TruSurround

Dolby Digital

Done

Factory Defaults

Wed, Feb 20 2:15 AM

English

0,0

Off

[

Setting left/right speaker balance

Use the navigation buttons to increase or decrease the Audio Balance settings in the pop-up menu.

Adjusting video Adjust video display brightness, contrast, and saturation for the best on-screen

image. (SAT-A65A only)

1. Highlight the Audio & Video tab from the MAIN MENU.

2. Press

3. Highlight the

SELECT.

Video tab.

4. Highlight the PicturePerfect menu pane button.

5. Press

SELECT.

VIDEO ADJUSTMENT

Audio Video

Exit Return

Brightness

PicturePerfect

Contrast

Screen Ratio

Menu Centering

PicturePerfect

Black Level Filter

Saturation

0 Done

Factory Default

4:3

0,0

0,0,0

Adjusting the screen image controls

Fri, Aug 3 6:44 AM

Use the navigation buttons to increase/decrease the screen Brightness, Contrast, and image Saturation settings in the pop-up menu.

22 Using the menus

Using Caller ID

Your DIRECTV® Receiver shows you the name and telephone number (if available) of incoming telephone calls on your TV.

You can also see the name, time, and telephone number of recent calls on your TV as shown in the figure below.

You must subscribe to Caller ID

Highlight and SELECT the Caller ID tab from the MAIN MENU.

from your local telephone company to use this feature.

You can disable and enable the Caller ID feature from the under the

CALLER ID

Caller ID Exit Return

Today

John Customer

7/29/01

Joe Callow

Call History

10:16 AM 1 (765) 163-7133

9:11 AM 1 (405) 163-5256

Disable

Call history screen

System tab available on the MAIN MENU.

Sun, Apr 1 3:42PM

PREF menu pane

Using Search Use Search to find shows that have specific words used in titles or descriptions.

Press the remote control

SEARCH button to access the setup pane shown below.

SEARCH SETUP

Setup Result

Exit

Return

Search for words in the Program Titles

and Descriptions within Guide.

rodeo

casino

tropical

Roberts

Empty

Wed, Aug 1 3:40 PM

Search word entry list

You can specify up to eight search words or partial words to identify programming of interest to you. Program titles and guide descriptions containing your search words appear in the

Highlight and

SELECT one of the eight choices. A pop-up panel appears where

Result pane.

you can enter a search word. If you enter “ALIEN,” Search might find the movie “Aliens” as well as any program which includes the word “alien” in the

description.

Using the menus 23

Use the pop-up button board to enter search words. You can highlight and

SELECT the toggle icon on the default button board (see figure) to change it

to a standard keyboard layout, if you desire. Highlight the desired letter using the navigation buttons. Press

SELECT to enter the letter. Select OK when you are

finished entering the desired search words.

Adjusting system settings

New Access Card

SEARCH SETUP

Setup Result

Exit Return

( )

!@# $ % 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Q W E R T Y U I O P A S D F G H J K L : Z X C V B N M . / ?

Del

Search for words in the Program Titles

!@# $ % 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S : T U V W X Y Z . / ?

Search Entry

and Descriptions within Guide.

rodeo

casino

tropical

Roberts

Empty

Wed, Aug 1 3:45 PM

( )

Del

Cancel

Clear

Using the toggle key to switch button board layout

Select the System tab from the MAIN MENU to access the system functions described in this section.

Highlight the New Card tab to set the receiver to use a new DIRECTV® access

SELECT the Prepare new card menu button and follow the on-screen

card. instructions.

NEW ACCESS CARD

Antenna Signal Prefs

Test New Card

New Card Upgrade

Features Exit Return

Follow this procedure to prepare a new

access card.

Once started it cannot be interrupted.

Please follow the instructions carefully.

Select button below to begin

Prepare new card

Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM

Prepare New Card menu pane

Use the

PREFERENCES menu pane (shown in the figure below) to change the

appearance of the on-screen menus and select how your DIRECTV Receiver operates with other devices. The

PREFERENCES pane also allows you to:

• Change the receiver ID

• Set the receiver output channel to channel 3 or 4

24 Using the menus

• Enable or disable the INPUT button on your remote control.

• Lock the system on a particular channel.

• Select English or Spanish language menus.

• Enable or disable Caller ID on and off.

Change Receiver ID

PREFERENCES

Antenna Signal Prefs

Test New Card Upgrade

Features Exit Return

Receiver ID Unit 1

Output Channel

Input Key

Channel Set

Menu Language

Color Scheme

Translucency

Caller ID

Factory Defaults

System Preferences menu pane

Ocean

Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM

3 On

Off

English

Solid

If you are using more than one satellite receiver in the same room you may want to change the receiver ID to avoid any interference. If you are not using the RF

antenna supplied with the SAT-A65A DIRECTV

Receiver, the ID can be either

“50” or “51”.

If you are using the RF antenna and RM-Y807 remote control (SAT-A65A only), the RF ID can be a number from 00 to 15.

1. Press the

CODE SET button on the remote control.

2a. Changing IR receiver ID: Check that the RF antenna is not connected

to the satellite receiver. Enter the desired receiver ID number, either “50” or “51”, and press the

SELECT button twice.

2b. Changing RF receiver ID: Check that the RF antenna is connected to

the satellite receiver and that you are using the RM-Y807 remote control (SAT-A65A only). Enter the desired receiver ID number from “00 to “15”, and press the

SELECT button twice.

3. Check that the ID has been successfully set by testing the remote control to see that it controls that satellite receiver.

Set output channel

Input key enable/disable

Lock a channel

Use the Output Channel menu button to toggle between channels 3 and 4, whichever is unused in your area.

The Input Key menu button allows you to turn the remote control TV/SAT button on and off.

Use the Channel Set menu button to set the DIRECTV Receiver to permanently stay on a specific channel. When you enter a channel number (5-0-0, for example) then select OK, the receiver will always power up on that channel (channel 500 in this example). The receiver will ignore any attempts to change the channel. Set this option to “Off” to permit normal channel selection.

Using the menus 25

Select menu language

The Menu Language button allows you to display on-screen menus in English (default) or Spanish.

Change color schemes

You may select a menu color combination, or scheme, from these choices: Ocean, Storm, Foam, or Purple.

Set translucency level

The Translucency level of the on-screen display may be set to Solid, Heavy, Medium, or Light.

Caller ID enable/disable

Use the Caller ID menu button to turn the Caller ID feature on and off. Incoming calls will not be displayed on-screen when the Caller ID feature is disabled.

Restore factory default

settings

SELECT the Factory Defaults menu button to restore the PREFERENCES

options to the original factory settings.

Antenna, Signal, and Test functions are described Chapter 1 – Getting started.

Viewing Messages DIRECTV

inform you of special events, and tell you about special offers.When you receive a new message, a the message. Highlight and

MENU.

uses the MESSAGES feature to send you important information

New Mail icon appears at the top of all menus until you read

SELECT the View Messages tab from the MAIN

MESSAGES

Messages Exit Return

Erase

Second page of message text...

VIEW MAIL menu pane

Read Message

Message

Message – Cycle through multiple messages.

SELECT the Messages button.

Fri, Aug 3 1:24AM

1 of 3 Page 2

Use the navigation buttons to navigate messages.

Page – Use the CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to cycle through multi-page message.

Erase – Permanently remove a message. Messages are automatically deleted as

they become outdated or if space is needed for newer incoming messages.

26 Using the menus

Using program guides 5

This chapter describes:

• The different program guide styles (see page 27).

• Common program guide and menu features (see page 29).

• How to use the OneLine

• How to set-up and use the Channel Mark Guide (see page 31).

™

Guide (see page 30).

Selecting a program guide style

Grid guide

Cells with arrows indicate the program started at an earlier time or continues later than can be shown in the selected time period.

Personalize the program guide to show program listings that interest you. You determine how your choices appear onscreen by your guide selection. Available guide styles are:

• Grid with Picture-in-Guide or description

• Logo with Picture-in-Guide or description

• Easy to see what programs are available at a particular time.

• Shows up to 72 hours of current and upcoming programming.

• Picture-in-Guide displays the current program in the upper right corner.

• You can browse five channels of current and future programming at a time.

• Active ad highlights provide “one-click” access to products and services.

• Programs appear in a row with the channel on which they are broadcast.

PROGRAM GUIDE All Channels

None 6:00AM - 6:00AM (2001) At the top of every hour find out whats hot on HBO, Starz! & Showtime with DIRECTV MOVIES THIS WEEK. Followed by the teams & games to watch on DIRECTV SPORTS...

DIRECTV Movies and Sports This Week

Advertising

Highlight

Advertising

Highlight

Today

6 PM 6:30

DIRECTV Movies and Sports this week

INTERACTIVE Center

DIRECTV Pay Per View Previews

Local Channel Ordering Information

DIRECTV FREEVIEW

Thu, Feb 17 6:00PM

Picture-in-Guide

An image of the currently

airing program highlighted

in the menu selection

appears here

7 PM



DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Center

ALL DAY

DIRECTV FREEVI...

If a program title cannot entirely fit in the space provided, an ellipsis (…) indicates that a portion of the title is not shown.

Grid guide with Picture-in-Guide active

• Browse up or down one channel at a time with the navigation buttons when

the highlight is in the grid.

• Use the remote control CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to scroll through a full

page of guide entries at a time.

• Move the highlight to the right to show later time periods.

Using program guides 27

The guide time expands to two hours when active ad highlights are unavailable. You can also turn the Picture-in-Guide feature off as shown in the figure below.

Press the remote control GUIDE button while the program guide appears on-screen to display the Guide Options menu.

PROGRAM GUIDE All Channels

DIRECTV Movies and Sports This Week

None 6:00AM - 6:00AM (2001) At the top of every

hour find out whats hot on HBO, Starz! & Showtime

with DIRECTV MOVIES THIS WEEK. Followed by the

teams & games to watch on DIRECTV SPORTS THIS

WEEK at the bottom of the hour. Special.

Today 7:30

6 PM 6:30

DIRECTV Movies and Sports this week

INTERACTIVE Center

DIRECTV Pay Per View Previews

Local Channel Ordering Information

DIRECTV FREEVIEW



DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Center

®®®

Grid guide with Picture-in-Guide disabled (description-only mode)

To turn off the Picture-In-Guide feature:

1. Press the remote control

2. Press the

GUIDE button again to access the Options menu tab.

GUIDE button.

3. Highlight the Picture-in-Guide menu button.

4. Press

SELECT to toggle the feature off.

Thu, Feb 17 6:00PM

7 PM



ALL DAY

DIRECTV FREEVIEW

Logo guide

• Select your favorite channels, rather than selecting specific programs.

• The current program title appears above the logo grid as you highlight each

channel. Only current programming is available in the Logo Guide.

• Video of the current program appears in the Picture-in-Guide window as

you highlight each channel.

Use the

LOGO GUIDE All Channels

None 6:00AM - 6:00 AM (2001) At the top of every hour find out whats hot on HBO, Starz! & Showtime with DIRECTV MOVIES THIS WEEK. Followed by the teams & games to watch on DIRECTV SPORTS THIS WEEK at the bottom of the hour. Special.

DIRECTV Movies and Sports This Week

Logo guide with Picture-in-Guide active

CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to scroll through the guide entries a full page

Thu, Feb 21 10:54 AM

An image of the currently

airing program highlighted

in the menu selection

appears here

at a time, or use the navigation buttons to scroll through the guide entries one at a time.

28 Using program guides

Turn off the Picture-in Guide feature to display the most channels per screen, using the description-only mode (as shown at the top of page 29).

LOGO GUIDE All Channels

hour find out whats hot on HBO, Starz! & Showtime with DIRECTV MOVIES THIS WEEK. Followed by the teams & games to watch on DIRECTV SPORTS THIS WEEK at the

Logo guide with Picture-In-Guide disabled (description-only mode)

To select a guide style:

Thu, Feb 21 1:54PM

None 6:00AM - 6:00AM (2001) At the top of every

bottom of the hour. Special.

DIRECTV Movies and Sports This Week

Program guide and menu features

1. Press the remote control

2. Use the navigation buttons to highlight and

MENU button.

SELECT the Guide Options

menu tab.

3. From the

4. Highlight and

Options menu tab, highlight your selection and press SELECT.

SELECT the Exit tab to return to the program you were

viewing.

The on-screen guides and menus provide a logical and convenient way to access system features and settings. Every guide and menu contain these elements:

• The guide or menu title

• The day of the week, date, and time appear in the upper right corner

• Menu pane selection tabs

Menu Tabs

Active Tab

Menu Title Date and Time

MESSAGES

Program Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Timer Search Interactive Purchases

Locks & Limits Messages System Exit

Menu Pane

Read Message

Erase

Message

Second page of message text...

Fri, Jun 15 5:24 AM

1 of 3 Page 2

Common menu features

• Use the navigation buttons to move the highlight from tabs into menu panes.

Using program guides 29

• Below the date and time, small icons indicating the status of the system or

details about the currently highlighted program title may appear. These icons also appear in the Channel Banner as shown below.

• The Channel Banner appears at the top of the screen whenever you use the

CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to change channels. Press the remote control

DISPLAY button to display the banner at any time.

340

Icon

Pay

Meaning

per view

Interactive programming available

More detailed information appears in the Info Banner beneath the Channel Banner if you press the the screen after a few seconds, but you can remove them from the screen instantly by pressing the

The OneLine™ Guide The OneLine

the navigation buttons up or down while watching TV. You will see the channel call sign and number, titles, and program start and end times as shown below.

Family 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Fri, May 8 10:54 AM

Rated: NR (Not Rated)

NEW

MAIL

TNN: Automobiles

ALT.

AUDIO

Other audio available

DATA

SVCS.

Data available

ALL DAY

All Day Ticket

Letter Box format

Dolby Digital audio available

Closed

caption

available

NEW MAIL

Unread mail

Limits enforced

Limits override

CANT

TAPE

Taping not allowed

Channel Banner Icons

DISPLAY button a second time. Banners disappear from

EXIT button on the remote control.

™

Guide appears across the bottom of your screen when you press

30 Using program guides

100 10:30 11 am 11:30 12:00pm

Watch Pay Per View Previews now!

DTV

PROGRAM GUIDE All Channels

OneLine Guide

• Use the navigation buttons to scroll to right to see upcoming program titles.

• Use the navigation buttons to move up or down while using the OneLine

Guide to see the next or previous available channel. Press

SELECT to tune to

the channel.

• You can also enter a channel number using the numeric keypad to display

the OneLine Guide for that channel. OneLine Guide content varies according to

FAV LIS T menu selections and other filters.

• Press the EXIT button on the remote control to instantly remove the guide.

Using Channel Mark The Channel Mark feature is a quick access guide to nine of your favorite

channels.

• While no other menus are displayed, press the SELECT button on the

remote control to show the Channel Mark panel.

• Use the navigation buttons to highlight the desired channel. The panel

header displays the title of the program currently airing on the highlighted channel.

• Press SELECT to tune to that channel.

DIRECTV Pay Per View Prev

Setup

Channel Mark Menu

To set TurboTune channels:

• Select Guide Options from the MAIN MENU, then use the Ch. Mark menu

tab.

• Highlight an unassigned channel box and press SELECT.

• Enter the desired channel using the navigation buttons, numeric remote

control buttons, or the

CHANNEL (CH +/–) button.

Using program guides 31

32 Using program guides

Setting favorites and filters 6

This chapter explains:

• How to create a channel list (this page).

• How to rename a channel list (see page 34).

• Using Auto Set, Add All, and Del All functions (see page 34).

• How to use program guide Theme filters (see page 35).

• How to change guide times (see page 36).

Using favorite channel lists

Creating a channel list

Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings suitable for your household. Each list can contain as many or as few channels as you wish. You can customize these groups several ways. For example, Fa v . A could be Dad’s favorite channels, Fav. B could be Mom’s favorites, Fav. C could be the kids’ channels, and Fa mi ly could be all channels that Mom and Dad have deemed appropriate for the entire family.

1. Press the remote control MENU button.

2. Select the

3. Use the navigation buttons to highlight the

4. Press

Guide Options from the MAIN MENU.

Fav Setup tab.

SELECT to open the FAVORITE LIST SETUP pane shown below.

FAVORITE LIST SETUP

Theme

Times Fav List Fav Setup

Options Ch. Mark Exit

Return

Channel

120 WABC

121 WQED

122 ESPN

123 HBOW

Quality entertainment for the whole family, featuring animated XYZ classics, original series, entertainment specials, and movies.

List: MYLIST

Wed, Aug 1 7:14 PM

Auto Set

Rename

Add All

Del. All

The four columns of small boxes on the right hand side of the pane are the Ta g Boxes. The first three columns are the Fa v. A, Fa v. B, and Fa v. C. channel lists.

The farthest right hand column is the Fa m il y list.

Note: If the receiver is locked, only existing Family list channels are accessible. If the Family list has not had channels added to it, no channels can be viewed without first unlocking the receiver. To avoid this inconvenience, create the Family list before locking the receiver. See Chapter 7 – Using access controls, on page 37 for additional details about controlling system access.

5. Use the navigation buttons to highlight the tag box that corresponds to the channel number and list that you wish to create or change.

6. Press

SELECT to add or remove the check mark, which indicates that the

channel in that row is included in the list shown at the top of the column.

Setting favorites and filters 33

To help you decide whether to include or exclude a certain channel, the title of the program currently airing on that channel appears at the top of the screen.

7. Scroll up or down to view channels and descriptions. Press SELECT to add channels to your list.

8. When you have added all of the channels you want to your list, use the navigation buttons to highlight and

SELECT the Exit tab to resume viewing.

Renaming a channel list:

Once you have created your lists. use the remote control

FAVO RITE button to

cycle through them quickly and easily. Each press cycles to next channel list. You can also select a list by highlighting the

FAVORITE LIST

Theme Times

Fav List

Fav Setup Options Ch. Mark

Exit

Return

Select Favorite List to filter Guide

Fav List tab.

Wed, Aug 1 8:16 PM

All Channels

FAV. A

FAV. B

FAV. C

Family

1. Highlight the Rename button and press SELECT.

Rename List pop-up menu appears. You can rename the first three lists.

A You cannot rename the All and Fam il y lists.

2. Highlight the list you wish to rename and press

SELECT. A buttonboard

pop-up panel appears.

3. Highlight the desired letter using the navigation buttons.

4. Press

SELECT to enter the letter.

5. When finished, Select OK.

Creating an Auto Set list

Adding and removing all

channels

34 Setting favorites and filters

1. SELECT the Auto Set button. A pop-up menu appears showing each of the channel lists.

2. Highlight and Once selected, the

SELECT a channel list to be programmed.

Auto Set Progress pop-up status panel appears. It may

take several minutes for the receiver to scan through all of the channels and determine which ones you are authorized to receive. The results of this scan will be stored in the designated channel list.

Note: Auto Set may exclude some channels such as the Music Choice channels or include some pay per view channels. This does not mean that the receiver is faulty. These channels were excluded or included due to the DIRECTV correct these oversights.

Receiver’s analysis process. You can manually edit the lists to

Selecting the Del All menu button clears all channels from the list you have chosen. Add All has the opposite effect, creating a list of all the channels you are authorized to receive.

Filtering the program guide

Press the remote control GUIDE button while in a guide. A pop-up menu provides filtering tools and ways to access other guide styles. By combining each of these filter options, you can quickly narrow down channels to those that match your viewing interests.

Using Theme Filters

From the MAIN MENU, select the Guide Options tab. The CATEGORY FILTER menu appears, listing all available program category groups.

CATEGORY FILTER

Theme

Times Fav List Fav Setup Options Ch. Mark Exit Return

Select a Category to filter Guide

All

Movies

Sports

Interests

Lifestyles

News

Themes

Show Types

Wed, Feb 7 3:15 PM

After choosing a category (other than All), the drop-down menu is replaced by the Types pop-up menu. This menu allows you to further refine a chosen theme. In addition to All, you can select popular categories that can be quickly selected using the remote control

GUIDE button.

For example, if you chose Lifestyles for the category, you can now choose a subcategory such as Beauty, Collectible, Cooking, Exercise/Fitness, and others as shown in the figure below.

CATEGORY FILTER

Theme

Times Fav List Fav Setup Options Ch. Mark Exit Return

Select a Category to filter Guide

CATEGORY FILTER

All

Movies

Sports

Interests

Lifestyles

News

Themes

Show Types

Wed, Feb 7 3:15 PM

Theme

Times Fav List Fav Setup Options Set Turbo Watch TV Main Menu

House/Garden

All

Beauty

Collectibles

Cooking

Exercise/Fitness

Fashion/Style

Health/Medicine

Home Repair

House/Garden

After selecting one of these subcategories, the guide will be further filtered to show only those channels offering programs of the selected category and type.

Setting favorites and filters 35

Selecting guide times

Highlight the Times menu tab. The GUIDE TIMES menu shown below provides easy access to future programming information. Simply select the time you want the guide to begin. After a few seconds, the selected guide appears.

GUIDE TIMES

Theme Times

Fav List Fav Setup

Options

Ch. Mark

Exit

Return

Advance Program Guide

to Chosen Time

Current

3:30AM Tomorrow

3:30PM Tomorrow

3:30AM Sat

3:30PM Sat

3:30AM Sun

Thu, Feb 7 3:54PM

36 Setting favorites and filters

Using access controls 7

This chapter explains:

• How to lock and unlock the system (this page).

• How to set maximum rating limits (see page 38).

• Setting maximum spending and time limits (see page 39).

Locking & unlocking the system

How to lock the system

Locks & Limits provides settings to help you control the viewing restrictions of

DIRECTV

programming. When accompanied by the channel lists, these limits provide a great degree of control. The DIRECTV Receiver must be locked for the TV Timer, Rating and Spending limits to be enforced.

When you first receive your satellite system, it will be unlocked; (i.e., no limits or restrictions are in effect). You must lock the system to enforce the limits (spending, ratings, TV timer, and “Family” favorite list).

Note: Once the DIRECTV Receiver is locked, only existing Family list channels will be accessible. If the Famil y list does not contain any channels, no channels can be viewed without first unlocking the receiver. To avoid this, verify the contents of the Family list before locking the receiver.

When you SELECT the Lock button, the LOCK SYSTEM pop-up panel appears.

PARENTAL LOCK

Lock

Fav Setup

Ratings

Limits

Exit

Return

Enforce rating, spending, and

viewing limits, and restrict

access to Family list channels.

Enter the 4 digit passcode to

lock(unlock) your receiver.

Wed, Jul 18 9:15 AM

Press Cancel to clear the locking process.

If you forget your four-digit code, you must call DIRECTV.

Lock

1. Enter a four-digit passcode using the remote control.

2. Highlight and SELECT OK.

3. Enter the code again to confirm.

4. Highlight and

SELECT OK.

Once you select OK, the satellite receiver is locked. You must enter the passcode to unlock it. A lock symbol icon appears at the top of every menu screen to remind you that the system is locked.

Using access controls 37

Unlocking the system

The button used to lock the system is also used to unlock the system.

PARENTAL LOCK

Lock Fav Setup

Ratings Limits Exit Return

Enforce rating, spending, and

viewing limits, and restrict

access to Family list channels.

Enter the 4 digit passcode to

lock(unlock) your receiver.

Lock

LOCK SYSTEM

Passcode

Lock

* * * *

Cancel

Wed, Jul 18 9:15 AM

CONFIRM PASSCODE

Passcode

* * * *

Lock

Cancel

To remove the lock and its restrictions:

1. Highlight the

SELECT the Unlock menu button.

Locks & Limits tab from the MAIN MENU.

3. Enter the code you entered to lock the system.

Once the system is unlocked, all limits and restrictions are removed! Choose Cancel to keep the lock in effect.

Setting ratings limits

Program ratings indicate the suitability of a program’s content for a given audience.

Highlight the

Ratings tab. Highlight and SELECT the type of programming

content you wish to restrict.

RATINGS LIMITS

Lock Fav Setup

Ratings Limits Exit

Return

Children

General Audience

Dialogue

Sex

Violence

Language

Movies

Not Rated

Thu, Feb 7 4:40PM

Allow All Allow TV-14

Allow TV-14

Allow TV-14 Allow TV-14

Allow R

Allow All

For example, if you select the violence menu button, a ratings pop-up submenu appears as shown in the figure on page 39.

38 Using access controls

Setting spending and

time limits

RATINGS LIMITS

Lock Fav Setup

Ratings Limits Exit Return

Children

Violence

General Audience

Block All

Dialogue

TV-PG

Sex

TV-14

Violence

TV-MA

Allow All

Language

Movies

Not Rated

Thu, Feb 7 4:40PM

Allow All Allow TV-14

Allow TV-14

Block All Allow TV-14

Allow R

Allow All

Highlight and SELECT the highest rating for violent program content you wish to allow. You may choose to Block All or Allow All instead of setting a specific limit.

Highlight the Limits tab to set the maximum spending limit. You can set the maximum purchase price on a per-event basis.

To change the displayed limit:

1. Highlight the Max Spending button

2. Press

SELECT to display the SPENDING LIMIT pop-up panel.

Use this menu to set the specific hours and maximum hours the satellite receiver can be used for viewing.

SPENDING/VIEWING LIMITS

Lock Fav Setup

Ratings Limits Exit

Return

Max Spending

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Total time watched today: 1:12

24:00 Hours allowed

Wed, Jul 18 10:11 AM

$5.00

3. Use the number buttons on the remote control to set the limit or use the navigation buttons to increase or decrease each digit.

4. Use the navigation buttons to highlight the digit that you want to change. The maximum limit is $655 per event.

5. Highlight OK and press

SELECT to confirm the entered amount.

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40 Using access controls

Questions & Answers A

Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? We have compiled some the most common questions and their answers here. We hope they help!

Q I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite

signal. To access related utilities, press

A Rain clouds and snow can affect the satellite signal reception. This loss of

signal is temporary. Also check for new growth on trees and bushes that could be blocking the signal. One other possibility is that the wind or someone has moved the satellite dish antenna.

Q Why can’t I control my TV?

A Before you can control your TV, VCR, or any other device, you must

program your remote control to match your different devices. See Chapter 3 – Using the remote control in this manual for specific instructions. If you have already successfully programmed your remote control, try pressing the appropriate function key or sliding the device switch to the appropriate device to put your remote in the proper mode. Then try controlling that device. Also, make sure that the batteries in the remote control are fresh.

Q My satellite receiver does not respond when I press keys. What’s wrong?

SELECT.” What happened?

A Most likely, if the front panel keys work but the remote control doesn’t

work, try pressing the the RM-Y812 remote) before trying to control the digital satellite receiver. If that doesn’t work, or if the front panel buttons don’t work either, unplug your digital satellite receiver for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.

Q Some channels look good, while others freeze or indicate that no signal is

available. What’s wrong?

A The most common causes for this behavior relate to an improperly

grounded satellite cable. Check the cable between your digital satellite receiver and the satellite dish antenna. Confirm that RG-6 (not RG-59) cable is used and does not exceed 100 feet in length. Longer cable runs require amplification. This special amplifier is available from your dealer.

Q How can I watch one channel while recording another?

A With only one digital satellite receiver, unfortunately, you can’t. Each

receiver can only decode one channel at a time.

Q I’m getting a message to call a telephone number. Why?

A There are many different reasons for this. If you want to watch the channel

that is displaying the message, call DIRECTV at 1-800-347-3288.

Q Why don’t I have an on-screen offer to purchase pay per view programs?

SAT button (or moving the device switch to SAT on

A There are three possibilities; your digital satellite receiver must be

connected to a phone line and it is not, or DIRECTV doesn’t realize that your phone line is connected or has disabled your ability to make on-screen purchases. Call DIRECTV at 1-800-347-3288 for assistance.

Questions & Answers 41

Q I don’t see Caller ID information appear on screen when I receive a

telephone call. What could be wrong?

A There are several possible reasons. First, check that the satellite receiver is

connected to an active telephone jack. Verify that the Caller ID feature is turned on (refer to page 26). Confirm that you subscribe to Caller ID service from your telephone company. Also check that your antenna is properly grounded as shown on page iv, as this can affect how the Caller ID feature works.

Q Can I receive my local TV programs through my digital satellite receiver?

A There are three ways to receive local programming:

• If you are in an area where local programming is available via satellite

and have the proper satellite dish antenna, contact DIRECTV to arrange for the necessary subscription package.

• Install a traditional antenna (i.e., roof mounted, attic mounted, rabbit

ears).

• Arrange for basic or “lifeline” cable TV service from your local cable

company.

If you select item 1 above, your local programming appears in the program guide like any other channel. For options 2 or 3, connect the local signal to

IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the back of your digital satellite receiver.

the Use the

TV/SAT key to switch between DIRECTV

programming provided on the

OUT TO TV connector.

programming and local

Q If I have questions about my satellite system or need to have it serviced, who

should I call?

A For questions about your equipment, contact the Sony Satellite System

Information Center at 1-800-838-SONY (7669).

If you need assistance with your subscription, such as adding channels, contact DIRECTV at 1-800-347-3288.

Q I think I set an event to record on my VCR, but when I played the tape back

nothing was there. What could be wrong?

A There are several possible reasons for this. First, check that the VCR was

programmed correctly and left turned on and the input matches the output from your digital satellite receiver. Confirm that you were authorized to tape the chosen program.

Q Why do I need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line?

A The telephone connection is used by the satellite receiver to report purchase

activity to DIRECTV.

QWhy do I need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line?

A The telephone connection is used by the satellite receiver to report purchase

activity to DIRECTV.

42 Questions & Answers

Q I picked up my telephone and it was making a hissing and squealing sound.

Why?

A Your digital satellite receiver was reporting any pay per view activity that

may have occurred. This rarely happens and only lasts for a minute or so.

Q What if my question isn’t listed here?

A Contact your dealer or the Sony Satellite System Information Center at

1-800-838-SONY (7669).

Questions & Answers 43

44 Questions & Answers

Manufacturers device control codes B

The RM-Y807 and RM-Y812 remote controls are compatible with most models of the following brands:

TV Codes VCR Codes

ManufacturerAND CodeODE NUMBER Manufacturer Code

Sony Admiral(M.Ward) ABC Bell&Howell (M.Ward) Broksonic Craig Croslex Curtis Mathes Daewoo Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric Goldstar Hitachi JCPenney JVC KTV LXI (Sears) Magnavox Mitshubishi/MGA NEC Panasonic Philco Philips Pilot Pioneer Portland Quasar Radio Shack RCA/Proscan Samsung Sanyo Scott Sharp Signature 2000 (M. Ward) Sylvania Symphonic Teknika Toshiba Videch Wards Zenith

101 Sony 301, 302, 303 102, 109, 114 Aiwa 338 112 Audio Dynamic 314, 347 109, 114, 138 Bell & Howell (M. Ward) 330, 343 103, 112 Broksonic 317, 319 120–123 Canon 308, 309 111 Citizen 332 103, 119, 123 Craig 302, 315, 332 103, 135, 136 Curtis Mathes 304, 309, 338 113 Daewoo 309,312,341 103, 113, 115, 120–123 DBX 314, 336, 337 125 Dimensia 304 102, 103, 107, 118 Emerson 316–320,341 103, 112, 113, 130 Fisher 330, 333–335 103, 113, 131, 132 Funai 338 102, 103, 107, 118, 130 General Electric 304, 309, 329 128, 129 Go Video 322, 339, 340 103, 113, 123, 133, 134 Goldstar 332 102, 103, 111, 112, 119, 125 Hitachi 304, 305, 306, 338 107, 111–113 HQ 315 103, 112, 124 Instant Replay 308,309 103, 112 JC Penney 304, 305, 309, 314, 330, 336, 337 107, 116–118 JVC 314, 336, 337 109, 111, 118 Kenwood 314, 332, 336, 337 111 LXI (Sears) 305, 330, 332–335, 338 103 Magnavox 308–310 118, 119, 137 Marantz 314, 336, 337 103, 108 Marta 332 107, 110 Memorex 309, 335 102, 112, 123, 124 Minolta 304, 305 102–108 Mitshubish/MGA 323–326 103, 112, 113, 126 Multitech 321,325,338 125 NEC 314, 336, 337 112, 123 Olympic 308,309 113–115 Optimus 327 109, 114 Panasonic 306–309 108, 111, 112 Pentax 304, 305 123, 139 Philco 308, 309 109 Phillips 308–310 114, 119 Pioneer 308 103, 112, 131 Quasar 306, 308, 309 103, 112, 113, 115 RCA/Proscan 304, 305, 308–313 108, 110 Realistic 309, 324, 328, 330, 335, 338

Sansui 314

Manufacturers device control codes 45

VCR Codes (continued) AMP (Amplifier) Codes (RM-Y807 Only)

ManufacturerAND CodeODE NUMBER Manufacturer Code

Singer Samsung Sanyo Scott Sharp Shintom Signature 2000 (M. Ward) Sylvania Symphonic Tashiro Tatung Teac Technics Teknica Toshiba Wards Yamaha Zenith

315 Sony 501, 521 313, 321, 322 Denon (Sharp) 516–518 330, 335 Harmon 519 312, 313, 321, 323–326, 335 JVC 506–508 325, 327, 328 Kenwood 504, 505 315 McIntosh 520 327, 336 Onkyo 512, 513 308–310, 338 Pioneer 502, 503 338 Technics 509–511 332 Yamaha 514, 515 314, 336, 337 314, 336–338 308, 309 338, 342 311, 312 327, 328, 331, 332, 335 314, 330, 336, 337 331

DVD Codes (RM-Y807 Only)

ManufacturerAND CodeODE NUMBER

Sony Panasonic Pioneer RCA Toshiba

601 604 605 602 603

46 Manufacturers device control codes

Index

A/V receiver, connecting 10 Access card, new 24 Advance select 19 Aligning the antenna 4 Alternate audio 21 Antenna

alignment values cable, connecting 2 pointing 4 terrestrial 7

Audio

balance balance control 22

Azimuth angle, determining 4

Balance, audio 22 Batteries, installiing 15 Brightness, video 22 Button board, change layout 24

Caller ID, disable 26 Can’t Tape message 10 Cancel purchase 18 Changing menu language 26 Channel banner

location removing from screen 30

Channel Mark, assigning channels Channel Set function 25 Color scheme, changing 26 Contrast, screen 22 Controls

front panel VCR, testing 9

Crosstalk, reducing 25

Default audio 21 Delete event, preselected 20 Dish antenna pointing 4 Dolby

digital connection logo icon 21 Pro Logic 10

Edit preselected program 20 Elevation angle, determining 4 English language menus 26 Entertainment system, connecting

Factory settings, restore 26 Front panel controls 4

Guide

features grid style 27 logo style 28 selecting style 27

History, purchase 18

Icons

interactive features menu 3 multiple box 3 on-screen display 3 option list 3 taping 19 toggle 3, 24

viewing 19 ID, receiver 25 Info Banner, using 30 Input key enable 25

Language, menu 26 Locate satellite 4 Locking a channel 25

Mail

Erase

message 26

viewing 26 Menu

color

features 29

function overview 17 icons 3 language 26

tabs 29 Menu translucency 26 Multiple box icon 3

Navigation buttons

functions

remote control 15

11, 15

On-screen menu language 26 Options list icon 3 Ordering events via phone 18 Output channel, setting 25

Past purchases pane 18 Pay per view

history

purchase 18

upcoming events 18 Phone jack connection 3 Picture-In-Guide

options

turning off 28 PicturePerfect, adjusting 22 Preferences, system 24 Program guide

features

styles 27 Purchase Pay Per View event 18 Purchases not listed 18

Rear panel

connections

phone jack connector 3 Receiver ID, changing 25 Recording

unattended

VCR setup 20 Remote control

batteries

models 11

sensor, VCR 8 Replacing batteries 15

Index 51

Restore factory settings 26

Saturation, video 22 Scanning remote control codes 11 Schedule programs 19 Search entries 23 Search for words 23 SELECT control 15 Selecting a menu item 15 Signal indication 5 Spanish language menus 26 Surround sound, Dolby 10 S-Video connection 3 System menu functions 24 System Setup screen 4

Tabs, menu 29 Tag boxes 33 Telephone connection 3 Testing

results

satellite signal 5 Toggle icon 24 Translucency setting 26 Transponder

signal strength

testing 5 TV connection types 3

5, 6

Unattended recording 20

Unviewed purchases 18 Upcoming purchases menu 18

VCR

connecting control cable 8, 9 remote control sensor 8 SETUP menu 9 testing 9

Video

contrast saturation 22

ZIP code antenna alignment 4

52 Index

Limited Warranty

Digital Satellite Receivers

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. (“SONY”) warrants this hardware Product against defects in material or workmanship as follows:

1. Labor: For a period of 90 days from the original date of purchase, if the Product is determined to be defective, SONY will repair or replace the Product at no charge. After this 90 day period, you must pay for all labor charges.

2. Parts: For a period of one year from the original date of purchase, SONY will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts. Any replacements will be warranted for the longer of the remainder of the original warranty period or 90 days from the installation of the parts by a SONY authorized DIRECTV System installer or facility.

To obtain warranty service:

–If the Product was installed by a SONY authorized

DIRECTV System installer, contact that installer for instructions.

–If the Product was not installed by a SONY authorized

DIRECTV System installer, you must take the Product or deliver the Product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection (with freight prepaid), to a SONY authorized DIRECTV System service facility. To locate the closest such facility, please 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 acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of the Product. This warranty does not cover improper installation (if not installed by a SONY authorized DIRECTV System installer), loss of use of the Product, or wasted programming charges due to Product malfunction. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by SONY to service the Product. This warranty does not cover software contained in the Product, which is subject to a separate Software License Agreement. This warranty is valid only in the United States. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the Product is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.

This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has

been altered or removed from the Product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a service contract with the SONY Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale, the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

For your convenience, SONY ELECTRONICS INC. has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions:

For assistance with installation, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Digital Satellite Receiver.

For product information or operation, for service assistance or for resolution of a service problem, call:

Sony Satellite System Information Center

1-800-838-SONY (7669)

For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:

1-800-488-SONY (7669)

About Sony Customer Support

Every DIRECTV System manufactured by Sony comes with Sony’s Express Support at no charge to you. In the event of a system failure meeting the requirements stated above which occurs within ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase, our Express Support Program can have a replacement receiver on its way to you via overnight Federal Express (for calls Monday-Friday until 7:30 pm Eastern Time; Saturday delivery depends upon zip code). All it takes is a valid credit card to cover a security deposit, and Sony will pay freight in both directions.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THEEXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FORBREACH OF ANY EXPRESS ORIMPLIEDWARRANTYONTHISPRODUCT.INNOEVENT SHALLSONYBELIABLEFORANYINCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SONY’SLIABILITY, IF ANY, EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAIDFORTHE PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSEON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Software License Agreement

License and Restrictions

Sony Electronics Inc. (“Sony”) grants User a license to Use one copy of the software which is provided to you as part of this Sony product (“Software”). "Use" means storing, loading, installing, executing or displaying the Software. User may not copy, modify the Software or disable any licensing or control features of the Software. No portion of the Software may be reproduced in any form, or by any means, without prior written permission from Sony. User is not permitted to modify, distribute, publish, transmit or create derivative works of any Software included for any public or commercial purposes. Except as specified above, nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppel or otherwise any license or right under any patent, trademark or copyr ight of Sony, its affiliates or any third party licensor. User may not in any way sell, lease, rent, license, sublicense or otherwise distribute the Software. The Software may only be accessed by the functionality of the Sony product in which the Software is incorporated by Sony (the “Product(s)”), and a User shall not intentionally make the Software directly accessible to others or to hardware other than the Products, or otherwi se expose an API. Nothing in this Agreement grants User any rights, license or interest with respect to source code of the Software. User shall not modify, translate, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the Software or any part thereof or otherwise attempt to derive source code or create derivative works therefrom, and shall not authorize any third party to do any of the foregoing unless Sony's prior written consent is obtained. Sony may elect to provide to User updates and other support services for the licensed Software. All updates provided to User shall constitute licensed Software under this License, and such updates shall be governed by the terms hereof.

Intellectual Property

The Software is owned and copyrighted by Sony, its affiliates or its third party licensors. User’s license confers no title or ownership in the Software and is not a sale of any rights in the Software. Sony's affiliates and/or third party suppliers may protect their rights directly in the event of any User violation of this Agreement. The trademarks, tradenames, Product designation, logos and service marks ("Marks") displayed with this Software are the property of Sony, its affiliates or third party licensors, and User shall acquire no rights of any kind in or to any Mark under which the Software and/ or Products are marketed. User is not permitted to use these Marks without the prior written consent of Sony, its affiliates or the applicable third party licensor which may own the Mark. "Sony" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. User agrees not to remove, alter or destroy any patent, trademark or copyright markings or notices placed upon or contained within the Software, User Manuals or documentation. User further agrees to insert and maintain with the Software and any documentation a copyright notice in User’s name.

Termination

User’s license will automatically terminate upon any transfer of the Product. Upon transfer, User must deliver the Software, including any copies and related documentation, to the transferee. The transferee must accept these License Terms as a condition to the transfer. Otherwise, Sony does not authorize the transfer and the User and transferee will be in violation of this Agreement should the transferee use the Product. This license will automatically terminate upon User’s failure to comply with any of these License Terms. Upon termination, User must stop using the Product and immediately destroy the Software, together with all copies, adaptations and merged portions in any form and/or return it to Sony.

Export Requirements and U.S. Government Restricted Rights

User may not export or re-export the Software or any copy or adaptation in violation of any applicable laws or regulations. The Software and documentation have been developed entirely at private expense and are provided as "Commercial Computer Software – Restricted Rights" in accordance with FAR 52.227-19 (1987) or limited rights in technical data in accordance with FAR 52.227-14 (1987). User has only those rights provided for such Software and documentation by the applicable FAR or DFARS clause or this Sony Software License Agreement.

Limited Warranty

Sony warrants to User that the Software will perform substantially in accordance with published specifications for a period equal to ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase when properly installed and used. Warranty does not apply to defects resulting from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance, (b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by Sony, (c) unauthorized modification of the Software or the Product, or (d) improper site preparation or maintenance. If Sony receives notice of a covered defect(s) during the warranty period, Sony will replace Software that does not perform substantially in accordance with published specifications. Sony does not warrant that the operation of the Software and/or Product will be uninterrupted or error free. If Sony is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any Software to a condition as warranted, User shall be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the Product.

EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY STATED ABOVE, THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY AND SONY, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS THIRD PARTY LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE USER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL SONY, ITS AFFILIATES OR ANY OF ITS THIRD PARTY LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT), EXEMPLARY, OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF SUCH PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL SONY OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES OR THIRD PARTY LICENSOR’S LIABILITY UNDER AGREEMENT, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, EXCEED

THE COST OF THE PRODUCT.

General

This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made and executed in the State of California and both parties agree that any dispute arising hereunder related to this Agreement or the Product will be governed by laws of the State of California, exclusive of its conflicts of law principles and that the courts in the County of San Diego, California will have exclusive jurisdiction over all such disputes. FURTHER THE PARTIES HEREBY WAIVE TRIAL BY JURY IN CONNECTION WITH ANY ACTION OR SUIT ARISING UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE PARTIES HERETO. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties’ authorized successor and assignees. Neither party’s waiver of any breach or failure to enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement at any time shall in any way affect, limit or waive such party’s right thereafter to enforce and compel strict compliance with every other provision. No modification of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing signed by both parties.

Specifications

Input Jacks Cable Type

VHF/UHF IN 75 ohm f-type

SATELLITE IN 75 ohm f-type

RF REMOTE

(SAT-A65A only)

AC IN (120 V, 60 Hz) Supplied AC Power Cord

Output Jacks SAT-A65A Cable Type

VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT 75 ohm f-type

VCR CONTROL Supplied VCR Controller

LOW SPEED DATA RJ-11

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

S-VIDEO 4-pin mini DIN

AUDIO L/R (2) RCA Type

VIDEO (2) RCA Type

TEL LINE RJ-11

Output Jacks SAT-B65A Cable Type

VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT 75 ohm f-type

S-VIDEO 4-pin mini DIN

AUD IO L/R RCA Type

VIDEO RCA Type

TEL LINE RJ-11

Supplied RF Antenna

Optical Rectangular

Supplied Accessories

Remote Control RM-Y807 (SAT-A65A)

RM-Y812 (SAT-B65A)

Size AA Batteries (2)

Access Card

Audio/Video Cable

S-Video Cable (SAT-A65A only)

Coaxial (RF) Cable

Telephone Line Cord

VCR Controller (1) (SAT-A65A only)

RF Antenna (SAT-A65A only)

Optional Sony-brand Digital Satellite Receiver Accessories

Satellite Antenna

SAN-18D4

Satellite Antenna

SAN-24MD1

Local TV Antenna

ANJ-AA1

General

Input Frequency 950-1450 Mhz

Power Requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption 24 W typical

Dimension (w/h/d) 11.0 x 2.5 x 8.4 inches

280 x 64 x 214 mm

Weight (unit) 3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Printed in U.S.A.

Contact DIRECTV with questions about service or programming: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288)

www.DIRECTV.com

Contact Sony with questions about your Digital Satellite Receiver: 1-800-838-SONY (7669)

www.sony.com/support

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