4-085-842-11 R DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Instructions Before you begin using your Digital Satellite Receiver for the first time, follow the instructions in “Getting Started” on pages 1-6. Also, make sure your Satellite Dish Antenna has been properly installed and call 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 part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
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Important Safety Instructions For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner's Manual before you attempt to install or use your satellite system. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. Heed Cautions–All cautions on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions–All operating and use instructions should be followed.
INSTALLATION Polarization – This DIRECTV Receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure Power Sources – Operate this DIRECTV Receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
SERVICE Servicing–Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV Receiver yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Conditions Requiring Service–Unplug the DIRECTV Receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: •When the power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission (FCC)–This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules. Part 15 Compliance–This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Contents Getting started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setup overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Attach the antenna cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connect your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Determine antenna angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Testing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Adding system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting started 1 This chapter explains how to: You may connect a second DIRECTV Receiver to the unused LNB output. These instructions also apply to an additional receiver. • Connect the DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver (this page). • Connect your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5).
Attach the antenna cable You can configure your system several ways, depending on what additional components (such as a VCR, DVD player, or A/V receiver) you select. For now, however, use the simplest configuration to check your antenna and cabling. • Ensure that the DIRECTV Receiver is not plugged into an electrical outlet. • Attach the RG-6 coaxial antenna cable to the SATELLITE IN connector on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Refer to the appropriate figure below.
Connect your TV Depending on your TV, you can connect it to the receiver in one of three ways: • S-Video cable (best picture quality) or • Video cable (very good picture quality) or • Coaxial cable (good picture quality) In addition to your video connection, use a set of audio cables (L/R) to provide stereo sound. If your TV does not have audio jacks, you will hear monophonic audio. This is acceptable for the procedures described in the next section. To connect your TV to the DIRECTV Receiver: 1.
Determine antenna This section explains how to determine the proper antenna position. This is angles expressed in degrees of azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical). Use the receiver front panel controls shown below to complete this procedure. DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER SAT-A60 POWER MENU SELECT 1. Press the front panel MENU button to display the MAIN MENU below. 2. Use the button to highlight the System tab.
Testing your system When you have aligned your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the Antenna pane: 1. Highlight the Signal tab. 2. Use the button to highlight the Source pull-down menu 3. Signal quality is indicated by a scale at the bottom of the pane and with an audible indication. The frequency and tempo of the tone increase with signal strength.
3. Press SELECT again to test the first selection on the pop-up menu. SYSTEM TEST Antenna Signal VCR Prefs Wed, Jun 13 System Tests Begin Test Xponder Test Xponder Test Satellite 101 (A) : 5317.6 Satellite 119 (B) :0.0.0.
Adding system components 2 You can configure your DIRECTV Receiver several ways depending on the additional audio/video components you want to use. This chapter explains how to: • • • • Connecting components Connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna (this page). Connect the optional RF remote control antenna (this page). Connect and set-up a VCR (see page 8). Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into your existing audio or A/V system (see page 9).
Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to connect your TV and VCR to the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack (refer to figures on page 3). 1. Depending on your VCR, select the appropriate connection to the DIRECTV receiver: If your VCR has A/V connectors – • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the VCR’s A/V IN jacks.
8. Remove the temporary mounting tape. Attach the emitter permanently with peel-and-stick backing. This will not interfere with normal VCR operation. The VCR SETUP menu provides the settings to allow the DIRECTV Receiver to communicate with your VCR. VCR SETUP Install Signal Thu, Aug 2 VCR Prefs Test New Card Brand Code Admiral 1 Aiwal 2 Stop Upgrade Features Akai 3 Clear Audio Dynamics 4 Bell & Howell 5 Exit Return 2:22 PM Test Record Brooksonic Canon Select a code 9.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic decoder. This will provide you with three audio channels in the front and a mono surround channel. • To take full advantage of Dolby Digital programming, connect the SAT-A65 digital audio output to an external 5.1-channel Dolby Digital decoder or receiver. This provides you with three front channels, two independent surround channels, and a sub-woofer channel. 1. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2.
Using the remote control 3 This chapter explains how to: • • • • 1 Use the RM-Y812 and RM-Y807 remote control functions. (see page 15) Install and replace the remote control batteries. (see page 15) Program the remote to work with your system components. (see page 16) Access interactive programming features. (see page 16) MUTING button - Mutes the volume. Press again to restore the volume. To operate your TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).
14 MUTING VCR 1 POWER TV SAT 11 FUNCTION 2 3 4 TV/VIDEO VCR SAT TV/VCR TV/SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 5 6 TV DISPLAY GUIDE 17 Navigation buttons - The navigation buttons move the highlight in on-screen displays. If there is no on-screen display, the up/down buttons activate the one-line guide. 15 19 MENU SEARCH 20 CH PAGE CODE SET RM-Y812 RM-Y812 Using the remote control 14 18 SATELLITE RECEIVER 12 FAVORITE button - Changes the guide to the next Favorite Stations.
1 2 3 MUTING button - Mutes the volume of the audio receiver. Press again to restore the volume. To operate your TV, move the device switch to TV or see Changing the remote default on page 16. To operate your audio receiver or TV, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16). SLEEP button - Sets the audio receiver to turn off automatically after a certain amount of time (if your audio receiver has a compatible Sleep feature).
TV/AV POWER button - Turn on and off 13 14 the TV. To turn on and off the DVD or VCR, move the device switch to DVD or VCR. To operate your TV, DVD, or VCR, you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16). 14 15 1 16 2 17 3 18 15 POWER button - Turn on and off the satellite receiver. 16 TV/VIDEO button - Switches between the inputs of your TV. To operate your TV you must first set up the remote control (see pages 15–16).
Remote control functions The navigation buttons are the most versatile (and most used) remote control feature. Using only the navigation buttons, you can perform virtually all on-screen functions including: • • • • Selecting a highlighted screen menu item. Moving the screen highlight (or cursor) up, down, left and right. Jumping directly to the OneLine™ Guide. Changing channels using the OneLine Guide. Use the navigation buttons to move up, down, left, or right through the on-screen displays.
Programming the remote The RM-Y807 and RM-Y812 remote controls can be programmed to operate control your other audio/video equipment. 1. Find the code(s) for the manufacturer of the device you want to operate with this remote control. You can find these codes on pages 41 and 42. 2. Press the CODE SET button. 3. Press the 0-9 buttons to input the manufacturer code. Then Press the SELECT button. The remote is set up to operate that device. 4. Test the remote control.
4 Using the menus This chapter describes: • • • • How to find the menus you need to perform common tasks (this page). How to purchase pay per view events (see page 18). Using the Timer (see page 18). How to set and modify preferences (see page 19). The table below lists the MAIN MENU tabs, their submenus, and what they do. Menu function overview Main Menu tab Screens (see page) If you want to: Program Guide Program Guide • View and modify the program guide.
Purchasing pay per view Select the Purchases menu tab to display lists of recently viewed and advance purchased pay per view events. You can choose PAST PURCHASES and UPCOMING PURCHASES. The event channel, title, start date and time, and cost is shown for each purchase. Thu, Aug 2 PAST PURCHASES Upcoming 5:04PM Purchase History Past Exit Return 1/12 Recently viewed event 9:00PM 102 $2.99 2/12 Previously viewed event 8:00PM 140 $29.
Setting guide preferences Options on the GUIDE PREFERENCES menu permits you to customize operation to best suit your needs. Wed, Aug 1 GUIDE OPTIONS Theme Times Fav List Guide Style Fav Setup Options Ch. Mark Exit Return 12:25AM Grid Picture In Guide On Guide Zoom On Multi-Color On Channel Sort Numeric Temporary Filters Reset Options Selecting guide options Using the Timer You can program up to 32 events in advance for viewing or unattended recording.
To schedule or edit an The Schedule pane displays up to seven previously scheduled events at a time. event If more than seven events are already scheduled, use the navigation buttons to scroll down to view the additional events. Small arrows at the top or bottom of the list indicate that there are additional events. You can schedule events up to eleven months in advance. To schedule a program: 1. Highlight an upcoming program in the program guide and press SELECT.
Fri, Jul 13 AUDIO ADJUSTMENT Audio Video Exit Return Default Audio English Alternate Audio English Audio Balance 0,0 SRS TruSurround On Digital Output Optimize 11:15 AM Dolby Digital Stereo Factory Defaults Adjusting Audio settings Setting default and Your DIRECTV Receiver supports alternate audio services. Icons below the alternate audio date and time in the Information Banner or program guide indicate if these services are available for a particular program.
Using the Optimize The Optimize selection allows you to select the preferred audio optimization setting based on the receiver-to-TV connection used. • Set Optimize to Stereo to provide highest quality audio when using the AUDIO OUTPUT (L) and (R), and/or DIGITAL OUTPUT connection. • Use the Optimize Mono setting to provide the highest-quality audio when using the OUT TO TV coaxial connection. Adjusting audio balance To adjust the left/right audio balance, highlight and SELECT Audio Balance.
Use the navigation buttons to increase/decrease the screen Brightness, Contrast, and image Saturation settings in the pop-up menu. Using Caller ID Your DIRECTV Receiver shows you the name and telephone number (if available) of incoming telephone calls on your TV. You can also see the name, time, and telephone number of recent calls on your TV as shown in the figure below. You must subscribe to Caller ID from your local telephone company to use this feature.
Note: For Search to have the opportunity to find programs with matching words, your DIRECTV Receiver must be in standby mode (Off). Allow the system to look for your words while you sleep or while you are at work. The DIRECTV Receiver cannot search for words while it is turned on. Highlight one of the eight choices and press SELECT. A pop-up panel appears where you can enter a search word.
Use the PREFERENCES menu pane (shown in the figure below) to change the appearance of the on-screen menus and select how your DIRECTV Receiver operates with other devices. The PREFERENCES pane also allows you to: • • • • • • Change the receiver ID Set the receiver output channel to channel 3 or 4 Enable or disable the INPUT button on your remote control. Lock the system on a particular channel. Select English or Spanish language menus. Enable or disable Caller ID on and off.
Select menu language The Menu Language button allows you to display on-screen menus in English (default) or Spanish. Change color schemes You may select a menu color combination, or scheme, from these choices: Ocean, Storm, Foam, or Purple. Set translucency level The Translucency level of the on-screen display may be set to Solid, Heavy, Medium, or Light. Caller ID enable/disable Use the Caller ID menu button to turn the Caller ID feature on and off.
Using program guides 5 This chapter describes: • • • • Selecting a program guide style The different program guide styles (see page 27). Common program guide and menu features (see page 29). How to use the OneLine™ Guide (see page 30). How to set-up and use the Channel Mark Guide (see page 30). Personalize the program guide to show program listings that interest you. You determine how your choices appear onscreen by your guide selection.
• Browse up or down one channel at a time with the navigation buttons when the highlight is in the grid. • Use the remote control CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to scroll through a full page of guide entries at a time. • Move the highlight to the right to show later time periods. Turn off the Picture-In-Guide: 1. Press the remote control GUIDE button. 2. Press the GUIDE button again to access the Options menu tab.
Selecting a guide style 1. Press the remote control MENU button. 2. Use the navigation buttons to highlight and SELECT the Guide Options menu tab. 3. From the Options menu tab, highlight your selection and press SELECT. 4. Highlight and SELECT the Exit tab to return to the program you were viewing. Program guide and menu features The on-screen guides and menus provide a logical and convenient way to access system features and settings.
The Channel Banner appears at the top of the screen whenever you use the CHANNEL (CH +/–) button to change channels. Press the remote control DISPLAY button to display the banner at any time. More detailed information appears in the Info Banner beneath the Channel Banner if you press the DISPLAY button a second time. Banners disappear from the screen after a few seconds, but you can remove them from the screen instantly by pressing the EXIT button on the remote control.
6 Setting favorites and filters This chapter explains: • • • • • Using favorite channel lists Creating a channel list How to create a channel list (this page). Renaming a channel list (see page 32). Using Auto Set, Add All, and Del All functions (see page 32). How to filter the program guide (see page 33). How to change guide times (see page 34). Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings suitable for your household.
To help you decide whether to include or exclude a certain channel, the title of the program currently airing on that channel appears at the top of the screen. 7. Scroll up or down to view channels and descriptions. Press SELECT to add channels to your list. 8. When you have added all of the channels you want to your list, use the navigation buttons to highlight and SELECT the Exit tab to resume viewing.
Filtering the program guide Press the remote control GUIDE button while in a guide. A pop-up menu provides filtering tools and ways to access other guide styles. By combining each of these filter options, you can quickly narrow down channels to those that match your viewing interests. Using Theme Filters From the MAIN MENU, select the GUIDE OPTIONS tab. The CATEGORY FILTER menu appears, listing all available program category groups.
Selecting guide times Highlight the Times menu tab. The GUIDE TIMES menu shown below provides easy access to future programming information. Simply select the time you want the guide to begin. After a few seconds, the selected guide appears. Wed, Jul 18 GUIDE TIMES Theme Times Fav List Advance Program Guide to Chosen Time Fav Setup Current Options Ch.
7 Using access controls This chapter explains: • How to lock and unlock the system (this page). • How to set a maximum ratings limit (see page 36). • Setting maximum spending and time limits (see page 37). Locks & Limits provides settings to help you control the viewing restrictions of DIRECTV® programming. When accompanied by the channel lists, these limits provide a great degree of control. The DIRECTV Receiver must be locked for the TV Timer, Rating and Spending limits to be enforced.
. PARENTAL LOCK Lock Fav Setup Ratings Limits Exit Return Wed, Jul 18 9:15 AM Enforce rating, spending, and viewing limits, and restrict access to Family list channels. Enter the 4 digit passcode to lock(unlock) your receiver. Lock LOCK SYSTEM Passcode Lock OK * * * * Cancel CONFIRM PASSCODE Passcode OK Lock * * * * Cancel Unlocking the system To remove the lock and its restrictions: 1. Highlight the Locks & Limits tab from the MAIN MENU. 2. SELECT the Unlock menu button. 3.
Setting spending and Highlight the Limits tab to set the maximum spending limit. You can set the time limits maximum purchase price on a per-event basis. To change the displayed limit: 1. Highlight the Max Spending button 2. Press SELECT to display the SPENDING LIMIT pop-up panel. Use this menu to set the specific hours and maximum hours the satellite receiver can be used for viewing. SPENDING/VIEWING LIMITS Lock Fav Setup Ratings Limits Exit Return Wed, Jul 18 Max Spending 10:11 AM $5.
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Questions & Answers A Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? We have compiled some the most common questions and their answers here. We hope they help! Q I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press SELECT.” What happened? A Rain clouds and snow can affect the satellite signal reception. This loss of signal is temporary. Also check for new growth on trees and bushes that could be blocking the signal.
your phone line is connected or has disabled your ability to make on-screen purchases. Call DIRECTV at 1-800-347-3288 for assistance. Q Can I receive my local TV programs through my digital satellite receiver? A There are three ways to receive local programming: • If you are in an area where local programming is available via satellite and have the proper satellite dish antenna, contact DIRECTV to arrange for the necessary subscription package. • Install a traditional antenna (i.e.
Manufacturers device control codes B The RM-Y807 and RM-Y812 remote controls are compatible with most models of the following brands: TV Codes VCR Codes ManufacturerAND Sony CodeODE NUMBER Manufacturer 101 Sony Code 301, 302, 303 Admiral (M. Ward) 102, 109, 114 Aiwa 338 ABC 112 Audio Dynamic 314, 347 Bell & Howell (M. Ward) 109, 114, 138 Bell & Howell (M.
VCR Codes (continued) AMP (Amplifier) Codes (RM-Y807 Only) ManufacturerAND CodeODE NUMBER Manufacturer Code Singer 315 Sony 501, 521 Samsung 313, 321, 322 Denon (Sharp) 516–518 Sanyo 330, 335 Harmon 519 Scott 312, 313, 321, 323–326, 335 JVC 506–508 Sharp 325, 327, 328 Kenwood 504, 505 Shintom 315 McIntosh 520 Signature 2000 (M.
Limited Warranty Digital Satellite Receivers SONY ELECTRONICS INC. (“SONY”) warrants this hardware Product 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.
Software License Agreement License and Restrictions Sony Electronics Inc. (“Sony”) grants User a license to Use one copy of the software which is provided to you as part of this Sony product (“Software”). "Use" means storing, loading, installing, executing or displaying the Software. User may not copy, modify the Software or disable any licensing or control features of the Software. No portion of the Software may be reproduced in any form, or by any means, without prior written permission from Sony.
Specifications Input Jacks Cable Type VHF/UHF IN 75 ohm f-type SATELLITE IN 75 ohm f-type RF REMOTE (SAT-A65 only) Supplied RF Antenna AC IN (120 V, 60 Hz) Supplied AC Power Cord Supplied Accessories Remote Control RM-Y807 (SAT-A65) RM-Y812 (SAT-B65) Size AA Batteries (2) Access Card Audio/Video Cable S-Video Cable Output Jacks SAT-A65 Cable Type VHF (SAT)/UHF OUT 75 ohm f-type VCR CONTROL Supplied VCR Controller LOW SPEED DATA RJ-11 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) Optical Rectangular S-VI
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Index Pro Logic 10 A A/V receiver, connecting 9 Access card, new 24 Advance select 19 Aligning the antenna 4 Alternate audio 21 Antenna alignment values 4 cable, connecting 2 pointing 4 terrestrial 7 Audio balance 21 balance control 22 connection 22 digital 22 Azimuth angle, determining 4 Edit preselected program 20 Elevation angle, determining 4 Emitter, VCR control cable 9 English language menus 26 Entertainment system, connecting 9 Menu color 26 features 29 function overview 17 icons 3 language 26 tab
Remote control batteries 15 models 11 sensor, VCR 8 Replacing batteries 15 Restore factory settings 26 S Saturation, video 23 Scanning remote control codes 11 Schedule programs 19 Search entries 24 Search for words 23 SELECT control 15 Selecting a menu item 15 Signal indication 5 Spanish language menus 26 Standby mode 24 Surround sound, Dolby 9 48 Index S-Video connection 3 System menu functions 24 System Setup screen 4 T Tabs, menu 29 Tag boxes 31 Telephone connection 3 Testing results 5, 6 satellite
Contact Sony with questions about your Digital Satellite Receiver: 1-800-838-SONY (7669) Printed in U.S.A. Contact DIRECTV with questions about service or programming: 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) www.DIRECTV.com www.sony.
