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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. 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. Reproduction in whole or in "Getting Started" on pages 1-6. All rights reserved.
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. 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. Reproduction in whole or in "Getting Started" on pages 1-6. All rights reserved.
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... this area-check into the matter if you need more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Trademarks - Sony is protected by one or more of the copyright owner. DIRECTV, the Cyclone Design logo and DIRECTV INTERACTIVE are copyrighted. This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that someone has...
... this area-check into the matter if you need more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Trademarks - Sony is protected by one or more of the copyright owner. DIRECTV, the Cyclone Design logo and DIRECTV INTERACTIVE are copyrighted. This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that someone has...
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... television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-33, which specifies that the satellite dish antenna cable ground shall be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to the DIRECTV Receiver, do not use attachments unless recommended by placing the product on the apparatus....insert the blades without blade exposure. WARNING! If an outside antenna is connected to the DIRECTV Receiver, be connected to the grounding system of the building as this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. If the plug does not fit, contact your dealer or...
... television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-33, which specifies that the satellite dish antenna cable ground shall be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to the DIRECTV Receiver, do not use attachments unless recommended by placing the product on the apparatus....insert the blades without blade exposure. WARNING! If an outside antenna is connected to the DIRECTV Receiver, be connected to the grounding system of the building as this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. If the plug does not fit, contact your dealer or...
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... the operating instructions. Your receiver must be required in to receive any service or repairs to this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be plugged in some of its normal operation. •If the DIRECTV Receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. •When the...
... the operating instructions. Your receiver must be required in to receive any service or repairs to this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be plugged in some of its normal operation. •If the DIRECTV Receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. •When the...
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... Equivalence Number (REN) for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in interference to maintain uninterrupted service. Part 15 Compliance-This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858...
... Equivalence Number (REN) for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in interference to maintain uninterrupted service. Part 15 Compliance-This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the DIRECTV Receiver (Model Numbers: SAT-A65, SAT-B65) equipment, please contact Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-858...
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...VCR Control Cable (SAT-A65 only 8 Test the VCR (Record/Stop) (SAT-A65 only 9 Connecting a home entertainment system 9 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™ powered... 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 ...
...VCR Control Cable (SAT-A65 only 8 Test the VCR (Record/Stop) (SAT-A65 only 9 Connecting a home entertainment system 9 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™ powered... 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 ...
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...Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU. How to use this point, you 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...cable to the back of your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your DIRECTV Receiver. • Placed the DIRECTV Receiver accessible to the unused LNB output. Menu and pane names, names of ...
...Menu tab names Display the MAIN MENU. How to use this point, you 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...cable to the back of your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your DIRECTV Receiver. • Placed the DIRECTV Receiver accessible to the unused LNB output. Menu and pane names, names of ...
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Refer to check your system several ways, depending on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Made in Mexico 16 Table 2: Rear panel connections - 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 ... cable to the SATELLITE IN connector on what additional components (such as a VCR, DVD player, or A/V receiver) you select. VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN connector 9 ...
Refer to check your system several ways, depending on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Made in Mexico 16 Table 2: Rear panel connections - 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 ... cable to the SATELLITE IN connector on what additional components (such as a VCR, DVD player, or A/V receiver) you select. VHF/UHF IN VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT TEL LINE R Model: SAT-B65 Digital Satellite Receiver Sony Electronics, Inc. SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN connector 9 ...
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... next section. Connect the other end into an electrical outlet. To connect your TV only has an RF (coaxial) connector - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector to the TV's VHF/UHF IN or RF IN jack. 2. Connect one AUDIO IN jack, connect the receiver's AUDIO L jack ... 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 the TV's AUDIO IN jacks. If your TV has RCA-type...
... next section. Connect the other end into an electrical outlet. To connect your TV only has an RF (coaxial) connector - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT connector to the TV's VHF/UHF IN or RF IN jack. 2. Connect one AUDIO IN jack, connect the receiver's AUDIO L jack ... 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 the TV's AUDIO IN jacks. If your TV has RCA-type...
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... have used the correct antenna pointing parameters for your location. • Check your settings for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5 1:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20974 Latitude: Longitude...your test results resemble those shown in the figures, call DIRECTV (or your geographic location and specific installation. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade FeSaYtuSrTeEsM... zeros or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on the ANTENNA SETUP menu, then carefully verify your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected ...
... have used the correct antenna pointing parameters for your location. • Check your settings for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5 1:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20974 Latitude: Longitude...your test results resemble those shown in the figures, call DIRECTV (or your geographic location and specific installation. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade FeSaYtuSrTeEsM... zeros or single-digit numbers): • Highlight the Antenna tab on the ANTENNA SETUP menu, then carefully verify your cable connections. • Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected ...
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...ANT/CABLE IN jack (refer to figures on page 3). Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to control your house. Adding system components 7 Extend the cable and place the antenna in your receiver from other (SAT-A65 only) rooms in the desired location To achieve the best operating... 2. Connect the RF remote The SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) control antenna remote control antenna that 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 ...
...ANT/CABLE IN jack (refer to figures on page 3). Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to control your house. Adding system components 7 Extend the cable and place the antenna in your receiver from other (SAT-A65 only) rooms in the desired location To achieve the best operating... 2. Connect the RF remote The SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) control antenna remote control antenna that 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 ...
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...DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the DIRECTV receiver: If your VCR remote control: 3. Plug the TV, VCR, and DIRECTV Receiver power cords into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack. 2. The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in the figure. 5. Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT... DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR for the VCR remote control sensor 6. Depending on your VCR, select the appropriate connection to figures on page 9. 8 Adding system components When your VCR responds to your ...
...DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the DIRECTV receiver: If your VCR remote control: 3. Plug the TV, VCR, and DIRECTV Receiver power cords into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack. 2. The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in the figure. 5. Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT... DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR for the VCR remote control sensor 6. Depending on your VCR, select the appropriate connection to figures on page 9. 8 Adding system components When your VCR responds to your ...
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... videotape into your VCR. Attach the emitter permanently with your entertainment system to take advantage of the SAT-A65 to a receiver that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to your VCR brand. Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to your...to try other codes shown for maximum enjoyment of these instructions to connect your DIRECTV Receiver. • To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - Test the VCR This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code...
... videotape into your VCR. Attach the emitter permanently with your entertainment system to take advantage of the SAT-A65 to a receiver that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to your VCR brand. Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to your...to try other codes shown for maximum enjoyment of these instructions to connect your DIRECTV Receiver. • To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - Test the VCR This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code...
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...DIRECTV Receiver's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (SAT-A65 only) for two-channel digital stereo. Additional audio information begins on page 20. 4. Connect the VCR's A/V OUT jacks to the VCR and A/V receiver's A/V jacks. 3. Connect the A/V receiver's MONITOR OUT jack to listen in order to the TV's VIDEO IN jack. 6. This will automatically correct itself. 10 Adding system... of cable to an external 5.1-channel Dolby Digital decoder or receiver. Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. AUX, optical connection, and digital output connections - Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to record a ...
...DIRECTV Receiver's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (SAT-A65 only) for two-channel digital stereo. Additional audio information begins on page 20. 4. Connect the VCR's A/V OUT jacks to the VCR and A/V receiver's A/V jacks. 3. Connect the A/V receiver's MONITOR OUT jack to listen in order to the TV's VIDEO IN jack. 6. This will automatically correct itself. 10 Adding system... of cable to an external 5.1-channel Dolby Digital decoder or receiver. Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. AUX, optical connection, and digital output connections - Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to record a ...
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... SATELLITE IN to the previously tuned channel. 10 11 24 20 FAVORITE button - However, using the remote control simplifies accessing the basic system functions, enhances your VCR/DVD you must first set up the remote control 1 15 (see pages 15-16). 26 Device switch (TV/VCR/DVD/SAT switch...the guide. Operate VCR/DVD features such as play, record, pause, stop, and fast wind. To operate your system's capabilities, and provides convenient shortcuts to access major DIRECTV System features. Turn on and off the DVD or 13 VCR, move the device switch to find favorite programs. 24 ...
... SATELLITE IN to the previously tuned channel. 10 11 24 20 FAVORITE button - However, using the remote control simplifies accessing the basic system functions, enhances your VCR/DVD you must first set up the remote control 1 15 (see pages 15-16). 26 Device switch (TV/VCR/DVD/SAT switch...the guide. Operate VCR/DVD features such as play, record, pause, stop, and fast wind. To operate your system's capabilities, and provides convenient shortcuts to access major DIRECTV System features. Turn on and off the DVD or 13 VCR, move the device switch to find favorite programs. 24 ...
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...it again to exit from any on the back of program guide selection. For more information. Press the GUIDE button to control the DIRECTV Receiver. Press the DISPLAY button to display a brief description about the program highlighted in the OneLine Guide or scroll through the on-...screen displays. See Chapter 5 - RM-Y807 Remote Control: Move the device switch to SAT to display the current program guide. The other positions on -screen functions including: • Selecting a highlighted screen menu item. • Moving...
...it again to exit from any on the back of program guide selection. For more information. Press the GUIDE button to control the DIRECTV Receiver. Press the DISPLAY button to display a brief description about the program highlighted in the OneLine Guide or scroll through the on-...screen displays. See Chapter 5 - RM-Y807 Remote Control: Move the device switch to SAT to display the current program guide. The other positions on -screen functions including: • Selecting a highlighted screen menu item. • Moving...
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... remote control, repeat the procedure from your couch. Find the code(s) for that device. 4. Test the remote control. Go to the DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM Center to get program trivia, respond to offers during commercials, and purchase products, all while watching TV. You can find these buttons... setting can use and lots of your remote control.You can be programmed to input the manufacturer code. DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Interact Exit Return Thu, Aug 2 11:32 AM DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM Check your other operation controls such as the (CH +/-) buttons. Press the 0-9 buttons to operate...
... remote control, repeat the procedure from your couch. Find the code(s) for that device. 4. Test the remote control. Go to the DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM Center to get program trivia, respond to offers during commercials, and purchase products, all while watching TV. You can find these buttons... setting can use and lots of your remote control.You can be programmed to input the manufacturer code. DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Interact Exit Return Thu, Aug 2 11:32 AM DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM Check your other operation controls such as the (CH +/-) buttons. Press the 0-9 buttons to operate...
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...ratio • Center menus on or off ) - B, Fav. C, Family) • Set maximum program rating allowed for unattended recording (SAT-A65 only) • Test system operation • Prepare a new access card • Display upgrade status and history • Display current receiver features Using the menus 17... viewing or taping Setup (page 23) Results (page 23) • Search for programming using specific words • Display search results DIRECTV INTERACTIVE™ (page 16) • Access interactive programming features Upcoming & Past Purchases (page 18) • View a list of...
...ratio • Center menus on or off ) - B, Fav. C, Family) • Set maximum program rating allowed for unattended recording (SAT-A65 only) • Test system operation • Prepare a new access card • Display upgrade status and history • Display current receiver features Using the menus 17... viewing or taping Setup (page 23) Results (page 23) • Search for programming using specific words • Display search results DIRECTV INTERACTIVE™ (page 16) • Access interactive programming features Upcoming & Past Purchases (page 18) • View a list of...
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... the event you can clear the purchase. Use the pop-up menu panel to cancel the purchase. 18 Using the menus Events ordered by calling DIRECTV. Press SELECT 3. To cancel a Pay Per View event: 1. To purchase a pay per view events charged to your account. If this list... purchases You may cancel some events cannot be cancelled. Highlight the Buy menu pane option 2. Press SELECT again to confirm your DIRECTV Receiver, contact DIRECTV for purchases using your purchase. Purchasing pay per view Select the Purchases menu tab to display lists of the event has probably already...
... the event you can clear the purchase. Use the pop-up menu panel to cancel the purchase. 18 Using the menus Events ordered by calling DIRECTV. Press SELECT 3. To cancel a Pay Per View event: 1. To purchase a pay per view events charged to your account. If this list... purchases You may cancel some events cannot be cancelled. Highlight the Buy menu pane option 2. Press SELECT again to confirm your DIRECTV Receiver, contact DIRECTV for purchases using your purchase. Purchasing pay per view Select the Purchases menu tab to display lists of the event has probably already...
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If you chose Schedule to Tape (SAT-A65 only) and you have set up your VCR. - Attach the VCR Control Cable and set up your VCR (see page 7), the DIRECTV Receiver will turn on . If the program is set the program Length in the program guide and press ...SELECT. You can change: • Default Audio and Alternate Audio • Audio Left/Right Balance • TruSurround® Audio Processing (SAT-A65 only) • Dolby Digital Output (SAT-A65 only)...
If you chose Schedule to Tape (SAT-A65 only) and you have set up your VCR. - Attach the VCR Control Cable and set up your VCR (see page 7), the DIRECTV Receiver will turn on . If the program is set the program Length in the program guide and press ...SELECT. You can change: • Default Audio and Alternate Audio • Audio Left/Right Balance • TruSurround® Audio Processing (SAT-A65 only) • Dolby Digital Output (SAT-A65 only)...