Dimensions Diagrams
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... . Consumer Integrated Systems • Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 • FAX (201) 986 3062 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications subject to change without notice. • Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. SAT-A65 SAT-B65 MDDEEOSSDCCERRLII:PPTTIIOONN:: DIMENSIONS Direct TV Receiver (W(WWEHHIGDDH))::T: WEIGHT: 11" X 2 1/2" X 8 1/2" 3.5 lbs SAT-A65 RM-Y807 REMOTE SAT-B65 RM-Y812 REMOTE...
... . Consumer Integrated Systems • Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 • FAX (201) 986 3062 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications subject to change without notice. • Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. SAT-A65 SAT-B65 MDDEEOSSDCCERRLII:PPTTIIOONN:: DIMENSIONS Direct TV Receiver (W(WWEHHIGDDH))::T: WEIGHT: 11" X 2 1/2" X 8 1/2" 3.5 lbs SAT-A65 RM-Y807 REMOTE SAT-B65 RM-Y812 REMOTE...
Operating Instructions
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Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call your service provider to begin using your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in part without written permission is prohibited. Reproduction in whole or in "Getting Started" on pages 1-6. All rights reserved. 4-085-842-11 R DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions Before you begin service: DIRECTV: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) SAT-A65 SAT-B65 © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc.
Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call your service provider to begin using your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in part without written permission is prohibited. Reproduction in whole or in "Getting Started" on pages 1-6. All rights reserved. 4-085-842-11 R DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions Before you begin service: DIRECTV: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) SAT-A65 SAT-B65 © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc.
Operating Instructions
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...SOFTWARE IS SUBJECT TO THE SONY SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS SET FORTH ON PAGE 44. Disclaimer - The information in this area-check into the matter if you need more of the following information for warranty System Model Receiver Model Receiver Serial Access Card No warranty... other trademarks and service marks are unsure. Reverse engineering or disassembly is required to one or more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). StarSight® features licensed under one or more U.S. Note on recording ...
...SOFTWARE IS SUBJECT TO THE SONY SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS SET FORTH ON PAGE 44. Disclaimer - The information in this area-check into the matter if you need more of the following information for warranty System Model Receiver Model Receiver Serial Access Card No warranty... other trademarks and service marks are unsure. Reverse engineering or disassembly is required to one or more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). StarSight® features licensed under one or more U.S. Note on recording ...
Operating Instructions
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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 produce heat. 9. Install in the operating instructions should be adhered to rain or moisture,..., consult an electrician for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Use only with the apparatus. When a cart is provided for your satellite system. Heed Cautions-All cautions on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 13. Heed all ...
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 produce heat. 9. Install in the operating instructions should be adhered to rain or moisture,..., consult an electrician for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Use only with the apparatus. When a cart is provided for your satellite system. Heed Cautions-All cautions on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 13. Heed all ...
Operating Instructions
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... an extension cord or outlet unless you are provided for the grounding electrode. Extreme care must be connected to the grounding system of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that will prevent damage to the product due to rain or moisture... and the point where they may cause hazards. For electrical safety, power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. Attachments - This manual contains instructions on or pinched particularly at a point where it from ...
... an extension cord or outlet unless you are provided for the grounding electrode. Extreme care must be connected to the grounding system of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that will prevent damage to the product due to rain or moisture... and the point where they may cause hazards. For electrical safety, power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. Attachments - This manual contains instructions on or pinched particularly at a point where it from ...
Operating Instructions
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... Parts-When replacement parts are required, have the technician verify that are no user serviceable parts inside. With this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be plugged in performance. Safety Check-Upon completion of any upgrades. Additional equipment may be...Use of replacement parts specified by DIRECTV. These modifications will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the DIRECTV Receiver to its features and functions. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for a minute or two. SERVICE Servicing-Do ...
... Parts-When replacement parts are required, have the technician verify that are no user serviceable parts inside. With this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be plugged in performance. Safety Check-Upon completion of any upgrades. Additional equipment may be...Use of replacement parts specified by DIRECTV. These modifications will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the DIRECTV Receiver to its features and functions. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for a minute or two. SERVICE Servicing-Do ...
Operating Instructions
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... Commission (FCC)-This equipment complies with the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858-SONY (7669) for repair and/or warranty information. ...SAT-A65, SAT-B65) terminal equipment causes harm to Part 15 of the following booklet, prepared by the Telephone Company. However there is used to determine the quantity of devices that temporary discontinuance of RENs for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will not occur in order to Sony...
... Commission (FCC)-This equipment complies with the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858-SONY (7669) for repair and/or warranty information. ...SAT-A65, SAT-B65) terminal equipment causes harm to Part 15 of the following booklet, prepared by the Telephone Company. However there is used to determine the quantity of devices that temporary discontinuance of RENs for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will not occur in order to Sony...
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... audio 20 Setting default and alternate audio 21 Using Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65 only) . . . 21 Using the Optimize setting 22 Adjusting audio balance 22 Adjusting video 22 Using Caller ID 23 Using Search 23 Adjusting system settings 24 New Access Card 24 Change Receiver ID 25 Set output channel 25 Input key enable...
... audio 20 Setting default and alternate audio 21 Using Dolby Digital audio (SAT-A65 only) . . . 21 Using the Optimize setting 22 Adjusting audio balance 22 Adjusting video 22 Using Caller ID 23 Using Search 23 Adjusting system settings 24 New Access Card 24 Change Receiver ID 25 Set output channel 25 Input key enable...
Operating Instructions
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... jack. Highlight the Messages button. Setup overview At this point, you have : • Mounted the DIRECTV satellite antenna and pointed it in your DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone modular jack. Getting started 1 Highlight the Options tab. Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU.... These instructions also apply to begin installing the DIRECTV Receiver. This chapter explains how to: • Connect the DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5). Ensure that execute an action.
... jack. Highlight the Messages button. Setup overview At this point, you have : • Mounted the DIRECTV satellite antenna and pointed it in your DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone modular jack. Getting started 1 Highlight the Options tab. Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU.... These instructions also apply to begin installing the DIRECTV Receiver. This chapter explains how to: • Connect the DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5). Ensure that execute an action.
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...8 9 Table 1: Rear panel connections - VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-B65 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...10 12 14 VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 11 13 15 R Model: SAT-A65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. For now, however, use the simplest configuration to check your system several ways, depending on the back ...
...8 9 Table 1: Rear panel connections - VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-B65 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...10 12 14 VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 11 13 15 R Model: SAT-A65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. For now, however, use the simplest configuration to check your system several ways, depending on the back ...
Operating Instructions
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...: If your TV has an S-Video jack - • Use an S-Video cable (supplied with SAT-A65 only) to connect the DIRECTV Receiver's S-VIDEO jack to the TV's S-VIDEO jack. • Use audio cables to connect the DIRECTV Receiver's AUDIO jacks to OFF or step through the available choices each time you... section. If your TV does not have audio jacks, you press SELECT. If your TV only has an RF (coaxial) connector - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector to the TV AUDIO IN jack. If your TV has RCA-type A/V connectors - • Connect the DIRECTV...
...: If your TV has an S-Video jack - • Use an S-Video cable (supplied with SAT-A65 only) to connect the DIRECTV Receiver's S-VIDEO jack to the TV's S-VIDEO jack. • Use audio cables to connect the DIRECTV Receiver's AUDIO jacks to OFF or step through the available choices each time you... section. If your TV does not have audio jacks, you press SELECT. If your TV only has an RF (coaxial) connector - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector to the TV AUDIO IN jack. If your TV has RCA-type A/V connectors - • Connect the DIRECTV...
Operating Instructions
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Determine antenna This section explains how to highlight the System tab. Use the receiver front panel controls shown below . 2. Press the front panel MENU button to display the MAIN MENU below to complete this procedure. The ...Antenna from the Dish Type menu. 3. Press the front panel SELECT button. 4. Enter your dish antenna. DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT-A60 POWER MENU SELECT 1. Use these values to determine the correct antenna position using your 5-digit ZIP code. This is angles expressed in degrees of azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical). Use the button...
Determine antenna This section explains how to highlight the System tab. Use the receiver front panel controls shown below . 2. Press the front panel MENU button to display the MAIN MENU below to complete this procedure. The ...Antenna from the Dish Type menu. 3. Press the front panel SELECT button. 4. Enter your dish antenna. DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT-A60 POWER MENU SELECT 1. Use these values to determine the correct antenna position using your 5-digit ZIP code. This is angles expressed in degrees of azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical). Use the button...
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... providing the best signal. 7. If your test results are much different from those in the figures, or you have aligned your system When you receive no signal indication, refer to page 6. Results appear within a few seconds and should resemble those shown in the figure. Move the...Transponder test: 1. SIGNAL STRENGTH Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 5:14 PM Signal Strength Source Satellite 101)(A) Transponder 04 Status: Unlocked Current: 95 Highest: 95 4. Testing your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the ...
... providing the best signal. 7. If your test results are much different from those in the figures, or you have aligned your system When you receive no signal indication, refer to page 6. Results appear within a few seconds and should resemble those shown in the figure. Move the...Transponder test: 1. SIGNAL STRENGTH Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 5:14 PM Signal Strength Source Satellite 101)(A) Transponder 04 Status: Unlocked Current: 95 Highest: 95 4. Testing your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the ...
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...first selection on the ANTENNA SETUP menu, then carefully verify your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to a modular telephone jack. ANTENNA SETUP Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrades Features Exit...Prefs TTeesstt New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Jun 13 10:15 PM System Tests Begin Test Xponder TXepsot nder Test Satellite 101 (A) Satell:it5e311179.6 (B) Satell:i0te.01.01.075(C) Can::OOceKKWl ed, Jun 13... differ slightly from these examples (i.e, rows of zeros or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on the pop-up menu.
...first selection on the ANTENNA SETUP menu, then carefully verify your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to a modular telephone jack. ANTENNA SETUP Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrades Features Exit...Prefs TTeesstt New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Jun 13 10:15 PM System Tests Begin Test Xponder TXepsot nder Test Satellite 101 (A) Satell:it5e311179.6 (B) Satell:i0te.01.01.075(C) Can::OOceKKWl ed, Jun 13... differ slightly from these examples (i.e, rows of zeros or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on the pop-up menu.
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...up a VCR (see page 9). Unplugged all components from the terrestrial antenna. RF Antenna 1. Connect the RF remote The SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) control antenna remote control antenna that your house. The remote control INPUT button allows ...® programming and input from electrical outlets. Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to your existing audio or A/V system (see page 8). • Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into the RF REMOTE connector on the DIRECTV Receiver rear panel (refer to figures on page 3). Connect a terrestrial...
...up a VCR (see page 9). Unplugged all components from the terrestrial antenna. RF Antenna 1. Connect the RF remote The SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) control antenna remote control antenna that your house. The remote control INPUT button allows ...® programming and input from electrical outlets. Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to your existing audio or A/V system (see page 8). • Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into the RF REMOTE connector on the DIRECTV Receiver rear panel (refer to figures on page 3). Connect a terrestrial...
Operating Instructions
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... VCR CONTROL jack. 2. Plug the VCR control cable into an electrical outlet. If it works properly. 7. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the VCR's A/V IN jacks. The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in the ...remote control to the TV's VHF/UHF IN jack. 3. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR for the VCR remote control sensor 6. Connecting a VCR Follow these...
... VCR CONTROL jack. 2. Plug the VCR control cable into an electrical outlet. If it works properly. 7. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the VCR's A/V IN jacks. The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in the ...remote control to the TV's VHF/UHF IN jack. 3. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR for the VCR remote control sensor 6. Connecting a VCR Follow these...
Operating Instructions
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... in surround sound for your brand of the SAT-A65 to multiple codes. 10. We recommend that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to take advantage of enhanced audio and video capability.... Remove the temporary mounting tape. Alternate between this procedure and testing the code. 8. This will not interfere with normal VCR operation. If you are unsuccessful after trying all available codes, recheck your entertainment system to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital...
... in surround sound for your brand of the SAT-A65 to multiple codes. 10. We recommend that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to take advantage of enhanced audio and video capability.... Remove the temporary mounting tape. Alternate between this procedure and testing the code. 8. This will not interfere with normal VCR operation. If you are unsuccessful after trying all available codes, recheck your entertainment system to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital...
Operating Instructions
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... itself. 10 Adding system components Connect the A/V receiver's MONITOR OUT jack to the VCR and A/V receiver's A/V jacks. 3. Note: If you have connected a VCR to your A/V receiver is also capable of Dolby Digital programming, connect the SAT-A65 digital audio output to listen...connection, and digital output connections - Connect the VCR's A/V OUT jacks to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2. This provides you try to the DIRECTV Receiver's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (SAT-A65 only) for two-channel digital stereo. Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6...
... itself. 10 Adding system components Connect the A/V receiver's MONITOR OUT jack to the VCR and A/V receiver's A/V jacks. 3. Note: If you have connected a VCR to your A/V receiver is also capable of Dolby Digital programming, connect the SAT-A65 digital audio output to listen...connection, and digital output connections - Connect the VCR's A/V OUT jacks to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack. 2. This provides you try to the DIRECTV Receiver's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (SAT-A65 only) for two-channel digital stereo. Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6...
Operating Instructions
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...) • Program the remote to work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - Mutes the volume. Switches ...system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see pages 15-16). 4 TV/SAT button - MUTING VCR POWER TV SAT FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT TV/VCR TV/SAT... 123 456 789 JUMP 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE SELECT EXIT MENU SEARCH VOL CH PAGE 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 CODE SET RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER...
...) • Program the remote to work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - Mutes the volume. Switches ...system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see pages 15-16). 4 TV/SAT button - MUTING VCR POWER TV SAT FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT TV/VCR TV/SAT... 123 456 789 JUMP 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE SELECT EXIT MENU SEARCH VOL CH PAGE 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 CODE SET RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER...
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The SELECT button selects the highlighted item. When a program guide is no on -screen displays. FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT 2 TV/VCR 3 TV/SAT 4 123 456 789 JUMP 5 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE 6 12 15 GUIDE button - Changes the guide to find favorite programs. ...channels. If there is open, these buttons page through the guide. RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 displays. Opens the Program Guide. 13 16 FAVORITE button - 14 0-9 buttons...
The SELECT button selects the highlighted item. When a program guide is no on -screen displays. FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR TV SAT 2 TV/VCR 3 TV/SAT 4 123 456 789 JUMP 5 0 DISPLAY FAVORITE GUIDE 6 12 15 GUIDE button - Changes the guide to find favorite programs. ...channels. If there is open, these buttons page through the guide. RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 displays. Opens the Program Guide. 13 16 FAVORITE button - 14 0-9 buttons...