3-856-591-21(1) Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions BEFORE USING YOUR DSS SYSTEM You must activate your programming service by calling your program providers: DIRECTV® USSB 1-800-347-3288 1-800-204-8772 For more information, see page 25. SAT-A2 MODEL ONLY RF ANTENNA: The DSS receiver is shipped with IR reception enabled and RF reception disabled.
WARNING Owner’s Record To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the receiver. The number for the access card is on the front of the card and on the carton label. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you need to call your sales or service representative regarding this product.
Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 5 Introducing the DSS System Using the Options Menu 4 5 6 45 46 47 48 51 52 57 59 61 63 DSS Features Package Contents Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Chapter 2 Using Basic Functions 7 8 9 10 Remote Control for Model SAT-A2 Remote Control for Model SAT-B2 Using a Program Guide Using the Station Index Overview Displaying the Options Menu Checking and Cancelling PPV Purchases Setting Display Options Using the Jump Loop Feature Setting Locks and Limits Setting Up
Chapter 1 Introducing the DSS System Welcome to the Sony brand DSS (Digital Satellite System), the ultimate digital entertainment experience. Read this chapter for an overview of the features of the system and to check the carton contents of the DSS receiver. DSS Features Here are just a few benefits of the DSS system that you'll enjoy: Excellent Performance Superior, digital-quality video that rivals the performance of laserdisc players.
Package Contents Check to make sure you’ve received the following items in the DSS receiver’s carton: * RF Antenna and S-Video cable not included with SAT-B2. SAT-A1 includes RM-Y130 remote control shown above; SAT-B2 includes RM-Y129 remote control shown on page 8. The access card comes already inserted into the DSS receiver. If you are missing items, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the DSS receiver.
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Before you can use the remote control, you must first insert the supplied batteries. If you want to use this remote control to operate other video components, such as a TV or cable box, you must also program the remote as described in the Appendix on page 85. To install the batteries: 1 Push and slide open the battery compartment. SAT-A2 Remote Control: SAT-B2 Remote Control: 2 Insert two size AA batteries (supplied).
frutiger bold Chapter 2 Using Basic Functions You can start watching programs using just a few buttons on the remote control. Here’s an overview of the buttons you’ll use most often. Remote Control for Model SAT-A2 DSS POWER Button Turns the DSS receiver on and off. FUNCTION Buttons Selects the component (DSS, TV, CABLE) that you want to operate. These buttons flash to indicate which component the remote control is set to operate.
Remote Control for Model SAT-B2 frutiger DSS POWER Button Turns the DSS receiver on and off. FUNCTION Buttons Selects the component (DSS, TV, CABLE) that you want to operate. These buttons flash to indicate which component the remote control is set to operate. To control your TV or cable box, you must first program the remote control, as described on page 85. 0–9 and ENTER Buttons Pressing the 0–9 buttons and then the ENTER button selects a station number directly.
Using a Program Guide The program guide displays the programming that’s available from your program providers. 1 Press the GUIDE button to bring up the Custom Guide. CUSTOM GUIDE First Knight 8:00 PM 10:00 PM PG-13 Act. Adv. 1995 Richard Gere, Sean Connery, Julia Ormond.
Using the Station Index The Station Index lets you select a program from a grid of station logos and call letters. Note Before you can bring up the Station Index, you must first clear the program guide from your TV screen. Pressing EXIT removes all on-screen displays. Also, you may need to change to another station if a message appears, which requests that you press the button to purchase the program, etc. 1 Press the Your Station Index may not look exactly like this.
Chapter 3 Connecting Your System Read this chapter to set up your DSS receiver for the first time, or to add or remove audio or video components connected to your system. Overview You can connect the DSS receiver in a variety of configurations. The answers to the following questions will determine how you hook up and operate your DSS receiver.
TV Only TV With RF Connector Only Some TVs label this jack RF IN, instead of VHF/UHF IN. Refer to the illustration below (SAT-A2 receiver is pictured). 1 Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna’s LNB to the DSS receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Connect the DSS receiver’s VHF(SAT)/UHF OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF IN jack. Note A VHF/UHF connection does not provide stereo sound. To receive stereo sound, you must use an A/V connection (described on page 13).
TV With A/V Connectors If your TV has only one AUDIO IN jack, connect the lower (mono) AUDIO L jack on the DSS receiver to the TV’s AUDIO IN jack. 1 Refer to the illustration below (SAT-A2 receiver is pictured). 1 Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna’s LNB to the DSS receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 3 Connect the DSS receiver’s A/V jacks to the TV’s A/V IN jacks. 4 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the DSS receiver’s AC IN jack. Connect the plug end to an AC outlet.
TV and VCR Refer to the illustration on the opposite page (SAT-A2 receiver is pictured). 1 Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna’s LNB to the DSS receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Complete one of the following to connect the DSS receiver: Better Connection: Connect the DSS receiver’s A/V jacks to the A/V IN jacks on the TV and VCR. If your VCR has only one AUDIO IN jack (monoaural VCR), connect it to the lower (mono) AUDIO L jack on the DSS receiver.
2 1 2 2 4 5 3 SAT-A2 receiver is pictured, but connections are identical for SAT-B2.
Hi-Fi TV, Hi-Fi VCR, Audio Receiver (SAT-A2 Only) Refer to the illustration on the opposite page. 1 Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna’s LNB to the DSS receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Connect the DSS receiver’s audio OUT jacks to the audio receiver’s audio IN jacks. 3 4 Connect the DSS receiver’s AV jacks to the A/V IN jacks on the TV.
4 1 4 2 6 7 3 5 Note SAT-A2 receiver is pictured, but connections are identical for SAT-B2.
Home Entertainment System (Hi-Fi TV, Hi-Fi VCR, Audio/Video Receiver) Refer to the illustration on the opposite page (SAT-A2 receiver is pictured). 1 Connect the RG-6 cable from the satellite antenna’s LNB to the DSS receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Connect the DSS receiver’s A/V jacks to the VCR and A/V receiver’s A/V IN jacks. 3 Connect the VCR’s A/V OUT jacks to one set of the A/V receiver’s A/V IN jacks. 4 Connect the A/V receiver’s MONITOR OUT jack to the TV’s VIDEO IN jack.
2 1 2 4 5 6 3 SAT-A2 receiver is pictured, but connections are identical for SAT-B2.
Connecting the VCR Mouse SAT-A2 receiver is pictured, but connections are identical for SAT-B2. The VCR Mouse works with the DSS receiver’s Timer function to automatically start and stop the recording function of your VCR. 1 Connect the VCR Mouse to the DSS receiver’s VCR MOUSE/ CONTROL S OUT jack. Then place the VCR Mouse on top of and slightly overhanging the front of the VCR. For best results, place the VCR Mouse directly above the VCR’s IR receiving area.
Connecting Digital Audio Components (SAT-A2 Only) The digital audio output connector allows you to connect a digital audio component that has a digital optical audio input connector, such as a MiniDisc (MD) or digital audio tape (DAT) recorder. Note The digital audio component must have a digital input frequency of 48 kHz. Check your component’s instruction manual to determine the digital input frequency of your component.
Setting Up the RF Antenna (SAT-A2 Only) The RF (radio frequency) antenna enables the remote control to operate the DSS receiver even if the receiver is located in another room or is placed behind a cabinet door. In other words, with the RF feature, the remote control does not require a direct line-of-sight to the front panel of the DSS receiver. Note You must set up the RF antenna if you plan on using the RF feature.
Setting Up Your DSS System Viewing Satellite Programs Viewing Cable or Off-Air Programs 1 Turn on the TV, and then set the TV’s line input to the DSS receiver. (For example, set the TV to channel 3 or 4, if you used an RF connection; or set to VIDEO1, etc., if you used an A/V connection.) 2 Turn on the VCR and A/V receiver, if you connected these components. Then set their output switches accordingly. 3 Turn on the DSS receiver and select a station.
Chapter 4 Using the System Features Read this chapter to learn how to use system features including the Master program guide, Station Index, Favorite Station Guide, and the ordering of pay-per-view programs. Overview This chapter provides detailed instructions for using the main features of your DSS receiver. Topics include: Checking to make sure your system is completely set up and ready to be used (page 25).
Before You Get Started ... Make sure you (or your DSS system installer) have completed the following procedures before you start using your DSS receiver: 1 Install the satellite antenna, as described in the Satellite Antenna Installation Manual. Note Make certain that you (or your DSS system installer) have optimized the signal strength. If the signal is not optimized, you may experience losses in audio or video, especially during rain, snow, or other conditions that tend to degrade signal performance.
Using the On-Screen Displays: Highlight and Select All of the features and functions of the DSS receiver can be operated using a simple, two-step process: Highlight and Select. These two steps are explained below. Step 1: Highlight To highlight, move the joystick (SAT-A2) or press the arrow buttons (SAT-B2) on the remote to move the on-screen highlight to the item that you want to select. Step 2: Select After you’ve highlighted the item that you want, select it by pressing the button.
Displaying the Program Guide You can select programs using the CH+ and CH- buttons, or you can enter the station number directly using the 0-9 buttons. However, because DSS offers you such a variety of programming choices, you’ll get the most out of the system by using one of the on-screen program guides to find the programs you want to watch. To display the Master Guide: Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu. Then highlight and select MASTER GUIDE from the menu.
Features of the Program Guide When you select a guide from the Main Menu or press the GUIDE button on the remote, a program guide appears, similar to the following: Program Guide Title Program Description MASTER GUIDE First Knight 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM PG-13 Act. Adv. 1995 Richard Gere, Sean Connery, Julia Ormond.
Moving Through the Program Guide The on-screen program guides are displayed only one page at a time. Because the program guide usually contains many pages, you need to move through the guide to see more of the programs contained in the guide. You can move by scrolling, paging, and direct station tuning. Scrolling To scroll, use the remote control to move the highlight one position at a time. You can scroll to different stations or time slots.
Displaying Favorite Stations To see your favorite stations at the top of the program guide: Press the FAVORITE button. Pressing the FAVORITE button repeatedly cycles through the stations currently set for the five Favorite Station Guides (FAVORITE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5), and then back to the normal guide. Note See page 40 for instructions on setting up your favorite stations.
Selecting a Program from the Guide For all programs except pay-per-view (PPV), you can select a program from the guide just by pressing the button. If the program is currently showing, the guide disappears and the program you selected appears. If the program has not yet started, a pop-up window appears, which gives you the option of adding the program to the Timer list, returning to the program guide, or tuning to the current program on that station.
Selecting a Program List The Program List displays programs alphabetically by program title, as opposed to the Guide format, which sorts the programs numerically by station number. A sample Movies List is shown below. The buttons that appear for each program indicate start times. For example, in this sample Movie List, “First Knight,” with a start time of 9:00PM, is highlighted. To select a program, highlight the start time button and then press the button.
Selecting a Different Program Guide or List You can use the SELECT GUIDE and SELECT LIST options in the Main Menu to select subsets of the Master Guide in either the Guide or List format. 1 2 Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu. Select SELECT GUIDE or SELECT LIST from the Main Menu. The Select Guide (or List) screen appears. The GUIDE and TIME options are not available when you select SELECT LIST.
Selecting a Guide Time The TIME option lets you select from a list of future program guides. To select a future program guide: 1 2 Select TIME from the Select Guide screen. Select the time you want to display. SELECT GUIDE GUIDE TIME CATEGORY OK SELECT TIME CURRENT SAT 5:00 PM SAT 9:30 PM SUN 2:00 AM SUN 6:30 AM SUN 11:00 AM RETURN RESET HELP SUBCATEGORY 3 Selecting a Guide Category Select OK to display the selected program guide, or select different options for guide, category, or subcategory.
Selecting a Guide Subcategory The SUBCATEGORY option lets you select from a list of program guide subcategories, based on the selected program category. Note You cannot select SUBCATEGORIES if CATEGORY is set to ALL. To select a program guide subcategory: 1 Select SUBCATEGORY from the Select Guide screen. The Select Subcategory screen appears. 2 Selecting ALL places a checkmark beside all the subcategories. Selecting NONE removes the checkmark from all the subcategories.
Using the Station Index The Station Index is an on-screen display that contains the station logo (or call letters) of all the stations in the system. Note Before you can bring up the Station Index, you must first clear the program guide from your TV screen. Pressing EXIT turns off the on-screen displays. Also, you may need to change to another station if a message appears, which requests that you press the button to purchase the program, etc. To display the Station Index: Press the button.
Displaying Favorite Stations in the Station Index The top row contains your seven favorite stations from one of your five Favorite Station Guides. To display your favorite stations on the top row of the Station Index: Press the FAVORITE button. Pressing the FAVORITE button repeatedly cycles through the five Favorite Station Guides.
Setting Up the Timer You can select from two ways to automate VCR recording of DSS programs: Setting the DSS Timer and then setting your VCR timer. Setting the DSS Timer and using the Sony VCR Mouse to automatically control the VCR (see “Connecting the VCR Mouse” on page 20 for details). Setting the Timer To set the timer: 1 2 Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu. Select TIMER SETUP. The Timer Setup screen appears.
Setting the Daily/Weekly Timer To set the timer for every day or for the same day(s) every week: 1 2 Changing/Checking/ Clearing Timer Settings In step 4 (page 38), move the highlight down repeatedly to select one of the DAY options, which are displayed in the following sequence: Current Date DAILY MON-FRI EVERY MON EVERY SUN EVERY SAT ... 1 Month Later (Cycles backward) Current Date Set the start time, stop time, and channel, then select OK to save your settings.
Using the Favorite Station Guides The Favorite Station Guide is a program guide that includes up to seven of your favorite stations. You can create up to five Favorite Station Guides: FAVORITE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Setting Up and Using the Favorite Station Guides To set up the Favorite Station Guide: 1 Before you can bring up the Favorite Station Guide, you must first clear the program guide from your TV screen. Pressing EXIT turns off any on-screen displays. Press the FAVORITE button.
3 To assign a station to the flashing Favorite Station button, do one of the following: Select it from the station list by highlighting it and then pressing the button. Enter the station number (such as 206), using the 0-9 buttons on the remote. Then press the button. To clear a Favorite Station button that is already assigned, select CLEAR STATION.
To set other Favorite Station buttons: Repeat steps 2 and 3. To clear a Favorite Station button setting: Overwrite the setting by repeating steps 2 and 3. Or, highlight the button and then select CLEAR STATION. To set up or display a different Favorite Station Guide: Press the FAVORITE button repeatedly to select the Favorite Station Guide you want (FAVORITE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). To tune to a Favorite Station (and exit the Favorite Station Guide): Press the number button that represents the station.
Displaying the Program Banner The program banner provides useful information about the program you’re currently watching. Note Before you can bring up the program banner, you must first clear the program guide from your TV screen. Pressing EXIT turns off any on-screen displays. Also, you may need to change to another station if a message appears, which requests that you press the button to purchase the program, etc. To display the program banner: Press the DISPLAY button.
Using the DISPLAY Feature You can use the DISPLAY button to change the appearance of the onscreen displays. The chart below illustrates how the DISPLAY button toggles through the three types of displays of Program Guides (and Lists), Station Index, and Favorite Station Guide. Program Guide/List Station Index Favorite Station Guide 7 stations with program description 3 rows Standard MASTER GUIDE First Knight 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM PG-13 Act. Adv. 1995 Richard Gere, Sean Connery, Julia Ormond.
Chapter 5 Using the Options Menu Read this chapter to get information about using the Options Menu to customize the setup of the on-screen displays, review and cancel your purchases, and read mail messages that have been sent to you. Overview This chapter describes how to: Check and cancel pay-per-view programs you’ve ordered (page 47). Change the look of the program guides, including the color and transparency level of the on-screen displays and the order in which the stations are displayed (page 48).
Displaying the Options Menu To bring up the Options Menu: 1 2 Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu. Select OPTIONS MENU. MAIN MENU SELECT GUIDE 1 MOVIE GUIDE 4 OPTIONS MENU 7 MASTER GUIDE EXIT TIMER SETUP 2 SELECT LIST 3 5 MOVIE LIST 6 8 SETUP MENU 9 The Options Menu appears.
Checking and Cancelling PPV Purchases Use the Review/Cancel Purchases screen to see a record of recent purchases you’ve made through your DSS receiver. You can also use this screen to cancel pay-per-view (PPV) programs you’ve ordered, but haven’t yet watched. Note The Review/Cancel Purchases screen lists only purchases made using the DSS receiver’s remote control. It doesn’t include purchases made by calling your program provider.
Setting Display Options The Set Display Options screen allows you to customize the look of the on-screen displays and to select how you want the JUMP button to function (Standard or Jump Loop). To bring up the Set Display Options screen: 1 Select DISPLAY OPTIONS from the Options Menu. The Set Display Options screen appears, with the current settings shown next to each button. 2 Select an option from the screen (see the following descriptions).
Setting the Transparency The TRANSPARENCY option lets you select from three levels of transparency for the on-screen displays. The default setting is MEDIUM. 1 2 Select TRANSPARENCY from the Set Display Options screen. Select a transparency option.
Setting the Jump Mode The JUMP option lets you select from two Jump modes: Standard Jump, which sets the JUMP button to jump back and forth between the two most recently selected stations. Jump Loop, which sets the JUMP button to jump among as many as 5 preset stations (see “Using the Jump Loop Feature” on page 51 for details on presetting stations). To set the Jump Mode: 1 2 Select JUMP from the Set Display Options screen. Select STANDARD JUMP or JUMP LOOP.
Using the Jump Loop Feature Standard Jump Vs. Jump Loop Mode When the DSS receiver is set to Standard Jump mode, pressing the JUMP button toggles back and forth between the two most recently selected stations. When the DSS receiver is set to Jump Loop mode, pressing the JUMP button toggles among as many as 5 stations that you assign to a Jump Loop. Once you assign a station to the Jump Loop, you can use the JUMP button to quickly toggle through all the stations in the loop.
Setting Locks and Limits The Locks and Limits feature gives you control over the use of your system. You can restrict program viewing by cost, ratings, and station. You can also set a lock to prevent the ordering of pay-per-view programs. To display the Locks and Limits screen: 1 Select LOCKS AND LIMITS from the Options Menu. The Set Locks and Limits screen appears, with the current settings shown next to each button.
Setting a Spending Limit To set a spending limit: 1 2 Select SPENDING LIMIT from the Set Locks and Limits screen. Enter a spending limit, using the 0-9 buttons to enter the dollar value. Then press the button. SET LOCKS AND LIMITS SET SPENDING LIMIT None SPENDING LIMIT RETURN LOCK RATINGS LIMIT HELP PAY-PER-VIEW UNLOCKED STATION LOCKS 3 4 Setting a Ratings Limit 0 STATIONS CURRENTLY LOCKED Select another lock or limit to set, or go to step 4.
Setting the Pay-Per-View Lock To set the pay-per-view lock: 1 2 Select PAY-PER-VIEW from the Set Locks and Limits screen. Select LOCKED to prevent PPV program purchases. Select UNLOCKED to allow PPV program purchases. SET LOCKS AND LIMITS RETURN SPENDING LIMIT LOCK RATINGS LIMIT SET PPV LOCK UNLOCKED LOCKED PAY-PER-VIEW HELP STATION LOCKS 3 4 Select another lock or limit to set, or go to step 4. Lock your system, as described in “Locking Your System” on page 55.
Locking Your System To lock an unlocked system: 1 2 DON’T FORGET YOUR PASSCODE. You’ll need this number to unlock your system or to make any changes to the locks and limits you’ve set. If you do forget your passcode, call your program provider for assistance. Select LOCK from the Set Locks and Limits screen. Enter a four-digit passcode number. Use the 0-9 buttons to enter the numerical value.
Unlocking Your System To unlock a locked system: 1 Select LOCKS AND LIMITS from the Options Menu. The Set Locks and Limits screen appears, with the current settings shown next to each button. The padlock ( ) indicates that the system is currently locked. 2 3 Select UNLOCK. Enter the passcode number you used to lock the system. Use the 09 buttons to enter the numerical value.
Setting Up a List of Custom Stations If there are stations listed in the Master Guide that you don’t subscribe to or watch often, you can use the Custom Stations feature to specify which stations from the Master Guide you want to skip.
Using the AUTO Skip Feature When you select the AUTO button, the DSS receiver automatically scans all the stations in the current Master Guide. During this scanning process, the DSS receiver determines which stations you are not authorized to watch and then sets these stations to be skipped. You can use this feature as a starting point to creating your own list of custom stations.
Selecting Alternate Audio Your program providers may broadcast multiple audio tracks with a single video source. For example, a football game might use a different audio track for each sports commentator or a movie might include both English and Spanish language audio tracks. How to Determine if Alternate Audio Tracks Are Available for a Program To determine if an alternate audio track is available: 1 2 Tune to the program. Press the DISPLAY button to bring up the Program Banner.
4 To change the audio track for the current program, select an audio track. To change the default language for all programs, select DEFAULT. Then see “Setting a Default Language” below. 5 Setting a Default Language To save your changes and return to the Options Menu, select OK. Then select EXIT from the Options Menu to return to the program you were watching. Use the DEFAULT button to specify the language you want to hear for programs broadcast in multiple languages.
Reading Your Messages Occasionally, your program providers will send messages to your DSS receiver. These messages contain useful information about your system, such as information about new services, program promotions, or billing. How to Determine When You’ve Received Mail There are several ways to tell if you have unread mail: The DSS receiver’s front panel MESSAGE indicator blinks. An envelope ( ) appears in the Program Banner, accessed by pressing the DISPLAY button. An envelope ( Main Menu.
Reading a Message To read a message: 1 Select the envelope from the Messages screen. A selected message appears with a checkmark ( ) beside it. Then select READ. MESSAGES 11/6 Sign up now for our special ... 11/8 Welcome to USSB .... 11/23 Happy Thanksgiving .... READ RETURN HELP The full text of the message appears. READ MESSAGE 11/23 Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at DIRECTV. 2 RETURN ERASE HELP To erase a message after you’ve read it, select ERASE.
Selecting Data Services In the future, your program providers may provide data services, which you can access through specific stations using the DSS receiver’s wide band data and low-speed data ports. For details about using a data port to access these data services, call your program providers. How to Determine if Data Services Are Available on a Station To determine if data services are available on a specific station: 1 2 Tune to the station. Press the DISPLAY button to bring up the Program Banner.
3 Changing the Default Data Service Select one of the following: To Do This ... Do This ... Change the data service for the current station only Select the data service and then select RETURN. Change the data service for all stations Select DEFAULT (then see “Changing the Default Data Service” below). Change the baud rate for the DSS receiver’s wide band data port Select BAUD (then see “Setting the Baud Rate” below).
Chapter 6 Using the Setup Menu Read this chapter to set up your DSS receiver for the first time, check the antenna’s signal strength, or to run a system test to diagnose any difficulties you may be having with your system. Overview The Setup Menu includes several options you can use to set up and troubleshoot your system. Use the Setup Menu to: Set up and point your satellite antenna (page 67). Replace your access card (page 68).
Displaying the Setup Menu To set up your system, first bring up the Setup Menu, as follows: 1 2 Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu. Select SETUP MENU.
Setting Up the Satellite Antenna To install the satellite antenna, or to check the current signal level of the antenna, use the Set Up Antenna screen. Note Make certain that the signal strength of the satellite antenna is optimized. If the signal is not optimized, you may experience losses in audio or video, especially during rain, snow, or other conditions that tend to degrade signal performance.
Replacing Your Access Card In the event that your program providers need to send you a new access card, use the Access Card option to initialize your new card. During this process, you'll follow the on-screen instructions to copy information from the old card onto the new card. After you initialize the new card, your old card becomes invalid. To replace your access card: 1 Select ACCESS CARD from the Setup Menu.
Insert the card, arrow side up, as shown, and gently push the door up to close it. 3 Selecting RETURN returns you to the Setup Menu, without starting the initialization process. Select OK from Replace Access Card screen. REPLACE ACCESS CARD OK RETURN Please insert OLD access card and select OK to initialize NEW card. HELP CAUTION: After you select OK, you cannot stop this process, and your OLD access card will no longer be valid.
Setting the Aspect Ratio Use the Aspect Ratio option to set the DSS receiver’s display to match your TV's picture. To set the aspect ratio: 1 2 Select ASPECT RATIO from the Setup Menu. Select one of the options, based on the type of TV you have: If you have a standard TV, select 4:3. If you have a wide-screen TV, select 16:9. Selecting CANCEL returns you to the Setup Menu, without saving your selection.
Setting Up the Remote Control SAT-A2 Only: The Set Up Remote screens let you set up the DSS receiver to accept IR (infrared) or RF (radio frequency) signals from the DSS remote control and to change the RF security code for the DSS receiver. You can also use this screen to display a list of codes you can use to program the DSS remote control to operate other components, such as TVs and cable boxes.
Setting the Security Code (SAT-A2 Only) If the DSS receiver is accepting or receiving signals from another RF remote control in your home (or from a neighbor’s house), you can eliminate this problem by changing the security codes for the DSS receiver and remote control. Note As an alternative, you can eliminate this problem by disabling the RF capability of the DSS receiver, if you have no need for RF transmission. See “Selecting IR/RF Transmission (SAT-A2 Only)” on page 71 for details.
Step 2: Set the DSS Remote Control’s RF Security Code 1 2 Press the CODE SET button on the DSS remote control. 3 Press the ENTER button on the remote control. Using the number buttons on the DSS remote control, enter the three-digit security code you selected for the DSS receiver in step 2 on page 72. The RF security code is now changed for both the DSS receiver and remote control.
Displaying the Programmable Codes You can also use the Setup Remote screen to display a list of codes you can use to program the DSS remote control to operate other components, such as TVs and cable boxes. Note These code numbers and instructions are also described in “Programming the Remote Control” on page 85. To display the list of programmable codes: 1 2 Select REMOTE CONTROL from the Setup Menu. Select REMOTE CODES and then select the type of component you want to use with the DSS remote.
Running a System Test The System Test lets you check the integrity of your system's components, including: Antenna signal System tuning Phone line Access card Use the System Test if you are experiencing problems with your system. To run the System Test: 1 2 Select SYSTEM TEST from the Setup Menu. Select TEST. RUN SYSTEM TEST SIGNAL TEST TUNING RETURN PHONE HELP CARD The System Test checks all the components automatically, and displays the result of each test.
Displaying Help, Tips, and Shortcuts Displaying Troubleshooting Information To display troubleshooting information: 1 Select TROUBLESHOOTING from the Setup Menu. SETUP MENU REMOTE CONTROL 1 ANTENNA ACCESS CARD EXIT 4 TROUBLE SHOOTING Displaying Tips and Shortcut Information 2 7 SYSTEM TEST 5 ASPECT RATIO 6 8 TIPS AND SHORTCUTS 9 2 Select the topic for which you want information. Details of that topic are displayed. 3 4 Press the button to return to the Troubleshooting screen.
Appendix Other Information This appendix includes supplementary information, including: Locations and descriptions of the controls and indicators on the front and back panels of the DSS receiver (page 78). Remote control button descriptions (page 81). Programming the remote to operate your TV and other video components (page 85). Troubleshooting information (page 88). Precautions (page 91). FCC Information (page 92). Limited warranty (page 93). Specifications (page 94). Index (page 95).
Location and Function of Controls Front Panel Button Description POWER Button Turns the DSS receiver on and off. MENU Button Brings up the Main Menu. EXIT Button Clears all on-screen displays, including program guides, menus, etc. If you press EXIT before you complete your selections, the previous selections are restored. The arrow buttons highlight items in the on-screen displays (program guides, menus, etc.). The button selects highlighted items.
Back Panel (SAT-A2) Connector Description Cable Type SATELLITE IN Connects to the LNB on the satellite antenna. Solid Bare Copper RG-6 Coaxial (75-ohm/F-type) LOW SPEED DATA Allows you to connect your DSS receiver to new technologies, as they are introduced. Additional accessories may be required. Depends on future applications (D-sub 9 pin) WIDE BAND DATA Allows you to connect your DSS receiver to new technologies (such as high-definition television), as they are introduced.
Back Panel (SAT-B2) Connector Description Cable Type SATELLITE IN Connects to the LNB on the satellite antenna. Solid Bare Copper RG-6 Coaxial (75-ohm/F-type) WIDE BAND DATA Allows you to connect your DSS receiver to new technologies (such as high-definition television), as they are introduced. Additional accessories may be required.
Using the Remote Control After you’ve installed the batteries and programmed the remote control, use these procedures to operate your system components: The FUNCTION buttons flash to indicate which component the remote control is set to operate. 1 Select the component that you want to use: To operate a cable box, TV, or the DSS receiver, press the corresponding FUNCTION button.
Button to 82 Appendix: Other Information Operates Description DSS Brings up the Custom Guide. If you’re already in a program guide, pressing GUIDE repeatedly brings up future time slots in the guide. TV Switches the input of the TV. DSS Switches the output of the DSS receiver to TV (normal TV programs), if you’ve connected a TV cable or antenna, or to DSS programs. DSS TV Cable DSS: Used to tune to and set stations in the Jump Loop (DSS). See “Using the Jump Loop Feature” on page 51 for details.
Inside Panel (SAT-A2) Button Operates Description VCR Laserdisc Switches to VCR or laserdisc mode, depending on how you’ve set up the remote for these positions. VCR Laserdisc Eject (used only with Sony brand components) VCR Laserdisc Rewind VCR Laserdisc Play VCR Laserdisc Fast-forward VCR Laserdisc Turns the VCR or laserdisc player on and off. VCR Changes the VHF/UHF output of the VCR.
SAT-B2 Remote Control Button Operates Description CABLE: Turns the cable box on and off. TV: Turns the TV on and off. DSS: Turns the DSS receiver on and off. DSS to DSS Used for setting up and using the Favorite Station Guides. See “Using the Favorite Station Guides” on page 40 for details. TV Switches the input of the TV. DSS Switches the output of the DSS receiver to TV (normal TV programs), if you’ve connected a TV cable or antenna, or to DSS programs.
Programming the Remote Control The DSS receiver’s remote control is preset at the factory to operate Sony brand TVs. If you have a TV other than Sony brand, or you have other video components that you want to control with the DSS receiver’s remote, use the following procedures to program the remote. Note Your components must have infrared (IR) remote control capability in order to be used with the DSS receiver’s remote.
Programmable Codes TV Codes Manufacturer Sony Admiral (M. Wards) ABC Bell & Howell (M.
Using the Learn Function (SAT-A2 Only) You can program the DSS remote commander to learn the functions of another component’s remote control. Use this function to operate components that are not listed in “Programmable Codes” on page 86. To use the Learn function: 1 2 Set the slide switch in the inside panel to VTR3 or MDP. Place the DSS remote commander and the other component’s remote control directly facing each other, about two inches apart. Approx. 2 inches 3 4 Press the LEARN button.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes and Remedies No picture (poor picture quality or loss of picture) If you are receiving only a few stations, for example, stations 100, 205, and 999, call your program providers to have your programming activated. Check to make sure the DSS receiver is on and set to DSS mode. See page 78. Check to make sure your access card is inserted properly into the DSS receiver. Run the System Test to verify that your system is working properly. See page 75.
Symptom Possible Causes and Remedies Cannot cancel a pay-per-view order via the Purchase menu option You cannot cancel pay-per-view orders that you’ve watched or tuned to. Also, you can cancel only programs you’ve ordered using the DSS remote control. Call your program providers for details. Program guide does not bring up the program you’ve chosen You must press the button to select the program you’ve highlighted.
Symptom Possible Causes and Remedies VCR Mouse not working Check that the VCR Mouse is positioned directly above the VCR’s IR receiving area. (The IR receiving area is located on the front panel of the VCR, and it typically looks like a small black window. See your VCR manual for details.) If you cannot locate the IR receiving area, try moving the VCR Mouse to different positions on top of the VCR until the VCR responds to the VCR Mouse.
Precautions On Safety If you spill or drop anything into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Operate the receiver only on 120 V AC. For detailed safety precautions, see the “Important Safeguards” leaflet that came with the receiver. On Power Sources The receiver continues to draw power from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.
FCC Regulations and Information FCC Registration Information Radio Interference Information Your digital satellite receiver has been registered by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) as not being harmful to the telephone network when connected directly to the telephone lines.
Limited Warranty Digital Satellite Systems SONY ELECTRONICS INC. (“SONY”) warrants this Product (including any accessories) 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.
Specifications Input Jacks UHF/VHF 75 ohm f-type Satellite Antenna 75 ohm f-type RF Remote (SAT-A2) CONTROL-S IN/S-LINK (mini-jack) 5 Vp-p AC Power (120V, 60 Hz) Output Jacks S-VIDEO OUT 4-pin mini DIN VIDEO (RCA jacks) (2) AUDIO R/L (RCA jacks) 3 (SAT-A2); 2 (SAT-B2) VHF(SAT)/UHF, f-type Low-Speed Data (SAT-A2) 9-pin D-Sub Female Wide Band Data 15-pin D-Sub Female TEL LINE VCR MOUSE/CONTROL-S (mini-jack) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (SAT-A2) AC Power Unswitched (SAT-A2) (120V, 60 Hz) Input Frequency 950 - 1450
Index 0-9 buttons 7, 8, 27, 29, 82, 84 16:9 aspect ratio 70 4:3 aspect ratio 70 (alternate audio symbol) 43, 59, 95 (data services symbol) 43, 63 (lock symbol) 43, 95 (messages symbol) 43, 95 button 7, 8, 26, 78 A access card, replacing 68 alternate audio 59 ALTERNATE AUDIO button 81 antenna See also RF antenna.
POWER buttons 7, 8, 78, 81, 83, 84 power indicator 78 precautions 91 problems diagnosing 75 troubleshooting 88 Program Banner 43, 61 Program guide. See Master Guide. Program list 32 purchases. See pay-per-view.
