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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::...lbs SAT-A65 RM-Y807 REMOTE SAT-B65 RM-Y812 REMOTE POWER REQUIREMENTS:120VAC POWER 60Hz CONSUMPTION: 60 W FRONT VIEW 11" REMOTE SENSOR ACCESS CARD SIDE VIEW 8 1/2" 8 1/8" 2 1/2" 2 5/16" 3/16" BACK VIEW SAT-A65 ONLY! VCR CONTROL AC POWER CORD REMOTE DATA ANTENNA PORT DIGITAL OPTICAL VHF/SAT ...
... 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::...lbs SAT-A65 RM-Y807 REMOTE SAT-B65 RM-Y812 REMOTE POWER REQUIREMENTS:120VAC POWER 60Hz CONSUMPTION: 60 W FRONT VIEW 11" REMOTE SENSOR ACCESS CARD SIDE VIEW 8 1/2" 8 1/8" 2 1/2" 2 5/16" 3/16" BACK VIEW SAT-A65 ONLY! VCR CONTROL AC POWER CORD REMOTE DATA ANTENNA PORT DIGITAL OPTICAL VHF/SAT ...
Operating Instructions
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... in this document is prohibited. TruSurround™ Information - StarSight® features licensed under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Activate your DIRECTV System, ask questions, or resolve problems related to receive DIRECTV service. Manufactured under one or more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). No warranty of...
... in this document is prohibited. TruSurround™ Information - StarSight® features licensed under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Activate your DIRECTV System, ask questions, or resolve problems related to receive DIRECTV service. Manufactured under one or more information, please contact the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). No warranty of...
Operating Instructions
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... been adhered to protect it from overheating. Use only a damp cloth for this feature. Never push objects of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that ...that produce heat. These codes require proper grounding of the metal structure of the outdoor satellite dish antenna and grounding of any ventilation openings. Television Antenna Information - To prevent ... kind on any potential hazard from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it enters the house (or other building). Ground clamp Electric service...
... been adhered to protect it from overheating. Use only a damp cloth for this feature. Never push objects of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that ...that produce heat. These codes require proper grounding of the metal structure of the outdoor satellite dish antenna and grounding of any ventilation openings. Television Antenna Information - To prevent ... kind on any potential hazard from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it enters the house (or other building). Ground clamp Electric service...
Operating Instructions
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... upgrades. SERVICE Servicing-Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV Receiver yourself as the original parts. With this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may result in performance. If your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for a minute or two. ... upgrades or modifications planned by a qualified technician to restore the DIRECTV Receiver to qualified service personnel. Refer all servicing to its features and functions. Other adjustments may be turned off. Do not unplug your area. Please consult the Upgrade menu to find a...
... upgrades. SERVICE Servicing-Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV Receiver yourself as the original parts. With this receiver (SAT-A65, SAT-B65) and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may result in performance. If your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for a minute or two. ... upgrades or modifications planned by a qualified technician to restore the DIRECTV Receiver to qualified service personnel. Refer all servicing to its features and functions. Other adjustments may be turned off. Do not unplug your area. Please consult the Upgrade menu to find a...
Operating Instructions
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...edit an event 20 Adjusting 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...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 30 Setting favorites and filters 31 ...33 Selecting guide times 34 Using access controls 35 Locking & unlocking the system 35 How to lock the system 35 Unlocking the system 36 Setting ratings limits 36 Setting spending and time limits 37 Appendix ...
...edit an event 20 Adjusting 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...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 30 Setting favorites and filters 31 ...33 Selecting guide times 34 Using access controls 35 Locking & unlocking the system 35 How to lock the system 35 Unlocking the system 36 Setting ratings limits 36 Setting spending and time limits 37 Appendix ...
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... appear in a series requesting you to enter numbers and/or letters for the procedures described in the next section. This is acceptable for the particular feature when you press SELECT. Plug the TV into a modular telephone outlet. 4. Select the appropriate connection: If your TV has only one AUDIO IN ... and VIDEO jacks to the TV's A/V IN jacks. • 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...
... appear in a series requesting you to enter numbers and/or letters for the procedures described in the next section. This is acceptable for the particular feature when you press SELECT. Plug the TV into a modular telephone outlet. 4. Select the appropriate connection: If your TV has only one AUDIO IN ... and VIDEO jacks to the TV's A/V IN jacks. • 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...
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... appear as shown below to determine the correct antenna position using your 5-digit ZIP code. Press the front panel MENU button to highlight the System tab. MAIN MENU Program Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Program...Features Watch TV Main Menu Dish Type ZIP CRooduenEdnDtriysh ZIP CodOe val DishO2K 0 9 0Ov2al diCsahn3cel Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5, 3:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20902 Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: 38 Azimuth: 224 SW Tilt: Finding antenna settings based on ZIP code 4 Getting started DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT...
... appear as shown below to determine the correct antenna position using your 5-digit ZIP code. Press the front panel MENU button to highlight the System tab. MAIN MENU Program Guide Guide Options Audio & Video Caller ID Program...Features Watch TV Main Menu Dish Type ZIP CRooduenEdnDtriysh ZIP CodOe val DishO2K 0 9 0Ov2al diCsahn3cel Round dish for 1 satellite location Wed, Sep 5, 3:31 PM Alignment ZIP Code Lat/Long ZIP Code: 20902 Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: 38 Azimuth: 224 SW Tilt: Finding antenna settings based on ZIP code 4 Getting started DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT...
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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. Use the button to highlight the Source pull-down menu 3. Getting ... 2. If your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the Antenna pane: 1. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 5:12PM System Tests Begin Test Xponder Test Version Wink Version Signal Tuning Phone Access Card Front Panel : 5317.6 :0.0.0....
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. Use the button to highlight the Source pull-down menu 3. Getting ... 2. If your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the Antenna pane: 1. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 5:12PM System Tests Begin Test Xponder Test Version Wink Version Signal Tuning Phone Access Card Front Panel : 5317.6 :0.0.0....
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...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:it5e311179.6 (B) Satell:i0te.01.01.075(C) Can::OOceKKWl ed, Jun 13 10:16 PM... 93 2532 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 pop-up menu. However, if your results are very different from those shown in the figures, ...
...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:it5e311179.6 (B) Satell:i0te.01.01.075(C) Can::OOceKKWl ed, Jun 13 10:16 PM... 93 2532 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 pop-up menu. However, if your results are very different from those shown in the figures, ...
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... 6. Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your TV or VCR only has an RF (coaxial...8226; If your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Test the VCR control feature as shown in your VCR remote control: 3. Hold the VCR remote control about ½-inch.... Scanning for unattended recording. 1. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to figures on page 9. 8 Adding system components Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to ...
... 6. Connect the VCR Control Using the VCR Control Cable provided, the SAT-A65 DIRECTV Receiver can Cable (SAT-A65 only) control your TV or VCR only has an RF (coaxial...8226; If your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Test the VCR control feature as shown in your VCR remote control: 3. Hold the VCR remote control about ½-inch.... Scanning for unattended recording. 1. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver's SATELLITE IN jack (refer to figures on page 9. 8 Adding system components Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to ...
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... Adding system components 9 Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to multiple codes. 10. If you can connect the stereo outputs of the SAT-A65 ...listed for your audio system, use the same code. Attach the emitter permanently with normal VCR operation. VCR SETUP Install Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Thu, Aug...DIRECTV Receiver to a receiver that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - Test the VCR record and stop commands, If either command ...
... Adding system components 9 Use the DIRECTV Receiver front panel controls, rather than the remote control, to multiple codes. 10. If you can connect the stereo outputs of the SAT-A65 ...listed for your audio system, use the same code. Attach the emitter permanently with normal VCR operation. VCR SETUP Install Signal VCR Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Thu, Aug...DIRECTV Receiver to a receiver that use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to the audio receiver's AUDIO IN jacks. • Dolby Digital - Test the VCR record and stop commands, If either command ...
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...button - To operate your VCR, you program the remote control to operate your system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see page 16) 1 MUTING button - Select the equipment (SAT,TV,VCR) that you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15...Program the remote to work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - The indicators light up to the previously tuned channel. 9 VOL button - Switches between the inputs of your satellite receiver output between the inputs of your TV or VCR,...
...button - To operate your VCR, you program the remote control to operate your system components. (see page 16) • Access interactive programming features. (see page 16) 1 MUTING button - Select the equipment (SAT,TV,VCR) that you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15...Program the remote to work with the 0-9 buttons to select digital video subchannels (if available). 6 DISPLAY button - The indicators light up to the previously tuned channel. 9 VOL button - Switches between the inputs of your satellite receiver output between the inputs of your TV or VCR,...
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The SELECT button selects the highlighted item. Change channels. RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control Access interactive features. 7 EXIT MENU SEARCH 8 VOL CH 19 20 20 SEARCH button - When a program guide is no on -screen displays. Change ... the Program Guide. 13 16 FAVORITE button - The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 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 - If there is open, these...
The SELECT button selects the highlighted item. Change channels. RM-Y812 SATELLITE RECEIVER RM-Y812 12 Using the remote control Access interactive features. 7 EXIT MENU SEARCH 8 VOL CH 19 20 20 SEARCH button - When a program guide is no on -screen displays. Change ... the Program Guide. 13 16 FAVORITE button - The navigation buttons move the highlight in onscreen MUTING POWER 1 VCR TV SAT 11 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 - If there is open, these...
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...volume. To operate your 4 audio receiver or TV, you program the remote control to operate your TV, move the device switch to select digital video subchannels if available (for the current program. 11 12 7 MENU button - Change channels directly, and enter numerical values in the DVD ... 13 The navigation buttons move the device switch to 2 turn off the audio receiver.To operate your audio receiver has a compatible Sleep feature). To operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see Changing the remote default on and off automatically after a certain amount of ...
...volume. To operate your 4 audio receiver or TV, you program the remote control to operate your TV, move the device switch to select digital video subchannels if available (for the current program. 11 12 7 MENU button - Change channels directly, and enter numerical values in the DVD ... 13 The navigation buttons move the device switch to 2 turn off the audio receiver.To operate your audio receiver has a compatible Sleep feature). To operate your TV and other audio/video equipment (see Changing the remote default on and off automatically after a certain amount of ...
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... through the guide. Access interactive features. 25 VCR/DVD Control buttons - However, using the remote control simplifies accessing the basic system functions, enhances your system's capabilities, and provides convenient shortcuts to DVD or 14 VCR. Switches the signal being output by the VHF(SAT)/UHF OUT jack from the SATELLITE IN to operate other devices...
... through the guide. Access interactive features. 25 VCR/DVD Control buttons - However, using the remote control simplifies accessing the basic system functions, enhances your system's capabilities, and provides convenient shortcuts to DVD or 14 VCR. Switches the signal being output by the VHF(SAT)/UHF OUT jack from the SATELLITE IN to operate other devices...
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...information (and pay per view purchase information) about the program you are watching a program. RM-Y812 Remote Control: Press the SAT function button to exit from any on the device switch indicate the devices they control. Remote control functions The navigation buttons are ...the most versatile (and most used) remote control feature. The other positions on -screen guide, remove banners, or terminate an action. For more information. Replace the battery compartment cover. ...
...information (and pay per view purchase information) about the program you are watching a program. RM-Y812 Remote Control: Press the SAT function button to exit from any on the device switch indicate the devices they control. Remote control functions The navigation buttons are ...the most versatile (and most used) remote control feature. The other positions on -screen guide, remove banners, or terminate an action. For more information. Replace the battery compartment cover. ...
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... (page 7) Prefs (page 19) Test (page 5) New Card Upgrade Features • Determine proper antenna azimuth and elevation setting • Test signal reception • Setup VCR 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 Channel Sort (numeric or alpha) -...
... (page 7) Prefs (page 19) Test (page 5) New Card Upgrade Features • Determine proper antenna azimuth and elevation setting • Test signal reception • Setup VCR 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 Channel Sort (numeric or alpha) -...
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...163-7133 7/29/01 9:11 AM Joe Callow 1 (405) 163-5256 Using Search Disable Call history screen You can disable and enable the Caller ID feature from the MAIN MENU. SEARCH SETUP Setup Result Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 3:40 PM Search for words in the Result pane. You can specify up...telephone number of interest to access the setup pane shown below . Highlight and SELECT the Caller ID tab from the PREF menu pane under the System tab available on your TV. Using Caller ID Your DIRECTV Receiver shows you . Use Search to increase/decrease the screen Brightness, Contrast, and image...
...163-7133 7/29/01 9:11 AM Joe Callow 1 (405) 163-5256 Using Search Disable Call history screen You can disable and enable the Caller ID feature from the MAIN MENU. SEARCH SETUP Setup Result Exit Return Wed, Aug 1 3:40 PM Search for words in the Result pane. You can specify up...telephone number of interest to access the setup pane shown below . Highlight and SELECT the Caller ID tab from the PREF menu pane under the System tab available on your TV. Using Caller ID Your DIRECTV Receiver shows you . Use Search to increase/decrease the screen Brightness, Contrast, and image...
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... enter search words. Use the pop-up panel appears where you desire. r&ode*o ( ) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ca7sin8o 9 0 ABCDEFGH I O P ASDFGHJKL : Z XCVBNM . / ? Allow the system to look for words while it cannot be in standby mode (Off). Select OK when you are finished entering the desired search words. Select button... to begin Prepare new card 24 Using the menus Prepare New Card menu pane NEW ACCESS CARD Antenna Signal Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM Follow this section. You may also use a new DIRECTV access card. Del Wed, Aug...
... enter search words. Use the pop-up panel appears where you desire. r&ode*o ( ) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ca7sin8o 9 0 ABCDEFGH I O P ASDFGHJKL : Z XCVBNM . / ? Allow the system to look for words while it cannot be in standby mode (Off). Select OK when you are finished entering the desired search words. Select button... to begin Prepare new card 24 Using the menus Prepare New Card menu pane NEW ACCESS CARD Antenna Signal Prefs Test New Card Upgrade Features Exit Return Fri, Aug 3 5:15 PM Follow this section. You may also use a new DIRECTV access card. Del Wed, Aug...
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... control to the desired ID number first. 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...On Off English Ocean Solid On Factory Defaults System Preferences menu pane Change Receiver ID If you are using the RF antenna with the SAT-A65 receiver, the ID can be a number... from "00" to "15" when using the the RF antenna with other devices. Press the CODE SET button on and off . When using the RF remote control, you are using a second satellite...
... control to the desired ID number first. 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...On Off English Ocean Solid On Factory Defaults System Preferences menu pane Change Receiver ID If you are using the RF antenna with the SAT-A65 receiver, the ID can be a number... from "00" to "15" when using the the RF antenna with other devices. Press the CODE SET button on and off . When using the RF remote control, you are using a second satellite...