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All rights reserved. 4-085-842-11 R DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions Before you begin using your service provider to 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. Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in part without written permission is prohibited.
All rights reserved. 4-085-842-11 R DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions Before you begin using your service provider to 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. Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in part without written permission is prohibited.
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...matter if you need more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Note on recording programming - Most television programs and films are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of DIRECTV System hardware. Programming subject to this document. A valid ...trademarks and service marks are unsure. In most cases, it is made to record for warranty System Model Receiver Model Receiver Serial Access Card DIRECTV programming is required to , the implied warranties of this document is protected by one or more of...
...matter if you need more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Note on recording programming - Most television programs and films are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of DIRECTV System hardware. Programming subject to this document. A valid ...trademarks and service marks are unsure. In most cases, it is made to record for warranty System Model Receiver Model Receiver Serial Access Card DIRECTV programming is required to , the implied warranties of this document is protected by one or more of...
Operating Instructions
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...product on the marking label. Never spill liquid of time, unplug it from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it can fully insert the blades without blade exposure Power Sources - Accessories - Example of Antenna Grounding according ...installer perform the installation, the installer must remain grounded thereafter. Lightning - To prevent electric shock, do not use this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. Do not modify the plug defeating this unit should bear the UL listing mark and ...
...product on the marking label. Never spill liquid of time, unplug it from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it can fully insert the blades without blade exposure Power Sources - Accessories - Example of Antenna Grounding according ...installer perform the installation, the installer must remain grounded thereafter. Lightning - To prevent electric shock, do not use this DIRECTV Receiver through the satellite/ local antenna cable before cleaning. Do not modify the plug defeating this unit should bear the UL listing mark and ...
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... channels from DIRECTV in to receive any service or repairs to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Additional equipment may result in damage and will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be required in performance. If your receiver while an upgrade is sent, you to this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish...
... channels from DIRECTV in to receive any service or repairs to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Additional equipment may result in damage and will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be required in performance. If your receiver while an upgrade is sent, you to this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish...
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... to repair or service your right to file a complaint with the FCC, if you have trouble 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 a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...
... to repair or service your right to file a complaint with the FCC, if you have trouble 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 a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...
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... chapter explains how to: • Connect the DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver (this page). • Connect your DIRECTV Receiver. • Placed the DIRECTV Receiver accessible to the unused LNB output. Press the ...DIRECTV satellite antenna and pointed it in your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5). Setup overview At this manual This manual uses these procedures, then continue to the next page to help clarify instructions: Text Example Description Click Cancel. Remote control buttons, or receiver...
... chapter explains how to: • Connect the DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver (this page). • Connect your DIRECTV Receiver. • Placed the DIRECTV Receiver accessible to the unused LNB output. Press the ...DIRECTV satellite antenna and pointed it in your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5). Setup overview At this manual This manual uses these procedures, then continue to the next page to help clarify instructions: Text Example Description Click Cancel. Remote control buttons, or receiver...
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... system several ways, depending on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 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 POWER CORD 5 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 6 8 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...
... system several ways, depending on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 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 POWER CORD 5 AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack 6 8 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...
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...; Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to a modular telephone jack. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade FeSaYtuSrTeEsM TEST Exit Antenna ReturSnignal VCR 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...150;32 94 94 95 95 93 94 94 92 Your results will differ slightly 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 your location. • Check...
...; Ensure the DIRECTV Receiver is connected to a modular telephone jack. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade FeSaYtuSrTeEsM TEST Exit Antenna ReturSnignal VCR 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...150;32 94 94 95 95 93 94 94 92 Your results will differ slightly 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 your location. • Check...
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...Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR has A/V connectors - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the TV's ...sensor may be labeled or identified in the figure. 5. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Temporarily position the other end over the VCR's remote control sensor (normally a small dark...emitter to figures on the VCR front panel). Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the position you marked until you...
...Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your VCR has A/V connectors - • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the TV's ...sensor may be labeled or identified in the figure. 5. Depending on page 9. 8 Adding system components Temporarily position the other end over the VCR's remote control sensor (normally a small dark...emitter to figures on the VCR front panel). Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to the position you marked until you...
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...DIRECTV Receiver. • To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your VCR brand. Connecting a home entertainment system The A/V receiver must be turned on . • Verify the VCR Control Cable is properly connected. • Insert a recordable videotape into your entertainment system to try related brands that contain a Dolby Digital... of the SAT-A65 to test the codes. Remove the temporary mounting tape. We recommend that contains a Adding system components 9 Follow these programs. You can enjoy programs that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to multiple codes...
...DIRECTV Receiver. • To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your VCR brand. Connecting a home entertainment system The A/V receiver must be turned on . • Verify the VCR Control Cable is properly connected. • Insert a recordable videotape into your entertainment system to try related brands that contain a Dolby Digital... of the SAT-A65 to test the codes. Remove the temporary mounting tape. We recommend that contains a Adding system components 9 Follow these programs. You can enjoy programs that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to multiple codes...
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... will automatically correct itself. 10 Adding system components Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's A/V jacks to the TV's VIDEO IN jack. 6. Plug the components into an electrical outlet. Note: If you with three audio channels in a way that routes the satellite receiver's signal to your audio receiver has coaxial or optical digital connectors, connect the appropriate type of decoding...
... will automatically correct itself. 10 Adding system components Connect the DIRECTV Receiver's A/V jacks to the TV's VIDEO IN jack. 6. Plug the components into an electrical outlet. Note: If you with three audio channels in a way that routes the satellite receiver's signal to your audio receiver has coaxial or optical digital connectors, connect the appropriate type of decoding...
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... button - Changes channels to operate other home entertainment system components. button - To operate your VCR/DVD you must first set up the remote 4 control (see pages 15-16). 5 19 17 TV/SAT button- Turn on and off the satellite receiver. 3 18 16 TV/VIDEO button - Opens the... and fast wind. RM-Y807 23 SELECT button - Additionally, some remote control buttons can provide the basic controls needed to access major DIRECTV System features. Switches between the Picture Mode setting of your home theater. To operate your TV, DVD, or VCR, you must first set ...
... button - Changes channels to operate other home entertainment system components. button - To operate your VCR/DVD you must first set up the remote 4 control (see pages 15-16). 5 19 17 TV/SAT button- Turn on and off the satellite receiver. 3 18 16 TV/VIDEO button - Opens the... and fast wind. RM-Y807 23 SELECT button - Additionally, some remote control buttons can provide the basic controls needed to access major DIRECTV System features. Switches between the Picture Mode setting of your home theater. To operate your TV, DVD, or VCR, you must first set ...
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...DIRECTV receiver. PREFERENCES Antenna Signal Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM Receiver ID Output Channel Input Key Channel Set Menu Language Color Scheme Translucency Caller ID Unit 1 3 On Off English Ocean Solid On Factory Defaults System Preferences menu pane Change Receiver ID If you are using a second satellite receiver...of the on-screen menus and select how your DIRECTV Receiver operates with the SAT-A65 receiver and the RM-Y807 remote control. 3. If you may want to change the channel. The remote control receiver ID can be a number from "00" to...
...DIRECTV receiver. PREFERENCES Antenna Signal Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM Receiver ID Output Channel Input Key Channel Set Menu Language Color Scheme Translucency Caller ID Unit 1 3 On Off English Ocean Solid On Factory Defaults System Preferences menu pane Change Receiver ID If you are using a second satellite receiver...of the on-screen menus and select how your DIRECTV Receiver operates with the SAT-A65 receiver and the RM-Y807 remote control. 3. If you may want to change the channel. The remote control receiver ID can be a number from "00" to...
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... top of control. You must call DIRECTV. 1. How to remind you first receive your four-digit code, you control the viewing restrictions of DIRECTV® programming. When accompanied by the channel lists, these limits provide a great degree of every menu screen to lock the system When you select OK, the satellite receiver is locked, only existing Family...
... top of control. You must call DIRECTV. 1. How to remind you first receive your four-digit code, you control the viewing restrictions of DIRECTV® programming. When accompanied by the channel lists, these limits provide a great degree of every menu screen to lock the system When you select OK, the satellite receiver is locked, only existing Family...
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... DIRECTV doesn't realize that no signal is available from your remote control to purchase pay per view programs? This special amplifier is available. Q Why don't I 'm getting a message "Searching for specific instructions. We hope they help! your digital satellite receiver must program your dealer. Q I have already successfully programmed your remote control, try pressing the SAT button...
... DIRECTV doesn't realize that no signal is available from your remote control to purchase pay per view programs? This special amplifier is available. Q Why don't I 'm getting a message "Searching for specific instructions. We hope they help! your digital satellite receiver must program your dealer. Q I have already successfully programmed your remote control, try pressing the SAT button...
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...back nothing was making a hissing and squealing sound. A For questions about my satellite system or need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line? A Contact your equipment, contact the Sony Satellite Information Center at 1-800-347-3288. If you need assistance with your local ...available via satellite and have questions about your dealer or the Sony Satellite Information Center at 1-800-347-3288 for a minute or so. For options 2 or 3, connect the local signal to DIRECTV. Use the TV/SAT key to record on the back of your digital satellite receiver. Q...
...back nothing was making a hissing and squealing sound. A For questions about my satellite system or need to connect the satellite receiver to a telephone line? A Contact your equipment, contact the Sony Satellite Information Center at 1-800-347-3288. If you need assistance with your local ...available via satellite and have questions about your dealer or the Sony Satellite Information Center at 1-800-347-3288 for a minute or so. For options 2 or 3, connect the local signal to DIRECTV. Use the TV/SAT key to record on the back of your digital satellite receiver. Q...
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...Digital Satellite Receiver. Saturday delivery depends upon zip code). All it takes is valid only in either its way to you via overnight Federal Express (for the longer of the remainder of the original warranty period or 90 days from your authorized dealer, call: 1-800-488-SONY (7669) About Sony Customer Support Every DIRECTV System manufactured by Sony...legal rights, and you may not apply to you purchased your convenience, SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Limited Warranty Digital Satellite Receivers SONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY") warrants this 90 day period, you must be presented to obtain ...
...Digital Satellite Receiver. Saturday delivery depends upon zip code). All it takes is valid only in either its way to you via overnight Federal Express (for the longer of the remainder of the original warranty period or 90 days from your authorized dealer, call: 1-800-488-SONY (7669) About Sony Customer Support Every DIRECTV System manufactured by Sony...legal rights, and you may not apply to you purchased your convenience, SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Limited Warranty Digital Satellite Receivers SONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY") warrants this 90 day period, you must be presented to obtain ...
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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
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