Sony SAT-B3, SAT-A4 Telephone Line Interruption, For Programming, For Hardware and Installation

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Note to the CATV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Note to the Satellite Dish Antenna Installer

This reminder is provided to call the Satellite Antenna installer’s attention to Article 810 and in particular Article 810-15 of the NEC, which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which specifies that the Satellite Antenna cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Telephone Line Interruption

Periodically, information on your DIRECT TICKET® and Pay Per View selections is sent, free of charge, via your telephone line to an 800 number. During the time the information is being forwarded, you cannot use your telephone and you will hear static noise for approximately 30 seconds. If you would like to use your telephone while the information is being sent, you can interrupt the sending of this information at any time by temporarily unplugging the phone line to the receiver.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the Digital Satellite Receiver. The number for the access card is on the back 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.

Model Number: ___________________________________________

Serial Number:_____________________________________________

Access Card Number:_______________________________________

Customer Support

For Programming

For subscription information, or to resolve problems related to programming, call:

DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) or

USSB at 1-800-204-USSB (8772).

For Hardware and Installation

To arrange for the installation of your DIRECTV System, call the dealer from whom you purchased your system.

For general information, or to resolve problems related to the operation of your Digital Satellite Receiver or Satellite Antenna, please contact your Sony dealer. If your dealer or installer is unable to answer your questions, call the Sony Satellite System Information Center at 1-800-838-7669.

Trademark and Copyrights

Sony and Express Navigator are trademarks of Sony. DIRECTV is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics, and is used with permission. USSB and USSB Entertainment Plus are official service marks of the United States Satellite Broadcasting Company, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby”, the double-D symbol, and “AC-3” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Macrovision Information

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology is granted by Macrovision for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Note on Recording Programming

Programming may be taped for home viewing only. All other taping is expressly prohibited. Some programming may not be taped. An additional taping fee may be applied. Call your program providers for details.

StarSight Licensed

The manufacture and sale of the television schedule feature of this product was licensed under one or more of the following patents of StarSight Telecast, Inc.: U.S. Patent Nos. 4,706,121; 4,977,455; 5,151,789; and 5,353,121; with use rights reserved.

Network Broadcasting Information

ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and PBS networks are available from DIRECTV. Some restrictions apply.

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Contents Directv Digital Satellite Receiver For Programming For Hardware and InstallationTelephone Line Interruption Trademark and CopyrightsContents Premium Entertainment FeaturesExcellent Performance Convenience and Ease-of-UsePackage Contents Push and slide open the battery compartment Inserting Batteries into the Remote ControlTo install the batteries Remote Control for Model SAT-A4 Button Remote Control for Model SAT-B3VCR Control Buttons Arrow ButtonsUsing a Program Guide Moving Around A Program GuidePress Index to bring up the Station Index Using the Station IndexMoving Around Station Index SAT-B3 PressConnecting Your Directv System OverviewOptional Connections TV With RF Connector OnlyTV Only TV With A/V Connectors TV and VCR Access Card Optional Connections Digital Satellite Receiver Connecting the IR Blaster IR SensorSetting Up the RF Antenna SAT-A4 Only To set up the RF antennaSetting Up Your Directv System Viewing Satellite Programs Viewing Cable or Off-Air ProgramsUsing the Directv System Features Directv If Your System Is Not Completely InstalledBefore You Get Started UssbSelect Using the On-Screen Displays Highlight and SelectHighlight Example Highlight and SelectDisplaying the Program Guide To display the Master GuideFeatures of the Program Guide Master GuideScrolling Direct Station TuningMoving Through the Program Guide To toggle through the three variations of program guide Displaying Favorite StationsExiting the Guide One Button Recording There are two ways to exit the program guideTo order a PPV program listed in the program guide Selecting a Program from the GuideOrdering Pay Per View Programs About Copy-ProtectionSelecting a Category List To select a guide type Selecting a Different Category Guide or ListSelecting a Category Guide Type To select a future program guide Selecting a Guide TimeSelecting a Guide Category To select a program guide categoryTo select a program guide subcategory How Category Guide Category List Change Main MenuSelecting a Guide Subcategory To display the Station Index To move through the Station IndexDisplaying Favorite Stations in the Station Index Selecting a Program from the Station IndexTo set the timer Setting Up the TimerSetting the Timer Select OK to save your settingsSetting the Daily/Weekly Timer To change, check, or clear timer settingsTo set up the Favorite Station Guide Using the Favorite Station GuidesSetting Up and Using the Favorite Station Guides Favorite Station Guide Favorite Title Creating a Custom Favorite Station Guide Title To clear a Favorite Station button settingTo set up or display a different Favorite Station Guide To set other Favorite Station buttonsTo clear the program banner Displaying the Program BannerTo display the program banner Press the Display buttonUsing the Display Feature Stations with program description RowsPage Using the Options Menu Options Menu appears Displaying the Options MenuTo bring up the Options Menu Checking and Cancelling PPV Purchases To display the Review/Cancel Purchases screenTo bring up the Set Display Options screen Setting Display OptionsSetting the Colors To set the Jump Mode Setting the Station OrderSetting the Jump Mode Using the Jump Loop Feature Using Jump LoopsSetting Locks and Limits To display the Locks and Limits screenTo set a ratings limit Setting a Spending Limit Setting a Ratings LimitTo set a spending limit Setting Pay Per View Lock Setting Station Locks SET Station LocksTo lock an unlocked system Locking Your SystemOverriding the System Lock To unlock a locked system Select OK when you’re finished setting skipped stations Setting Up a List of Custom StationsTo see the results of your Custom Stations settings To define a list of custom stationsUsing the Auto Skip Feature To use the Auto Skip featureTo determine which audio track is available Setting Audio OptionsUsing the on-screen menus Programs broadcast in multiple languages Setting a Default LanguageTo set a default language Setting Dolby Digital SAT-A4 only To set Dolby DigitalDisplaying Your Messages How to Determine When You’ve Received MailReading Your Messages To display your messagesAppears with a checkmark ü beside it. Then select Read Reading a MessageTo read a message Full text of the message appearsTo select a data service Selecting Data ServicesSelecting a Data Service Select Data Services from the Options MenuTo change the data service for all stations Changing the Default Data ServiceSetting the Baud Rate Select one of the followingUsing the Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Setup Menu appearsSetting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna VCR Recording VCR RecordingCode M l Select Access Card from the Setup Menu Replacing Your Access CardTo replace your access card Select OK from the Replace Access Card screen To set the aspect ratio Setting the Aspect RatioSelect OK to return to the Setup Menu To select IR or RF transmission Setting Up the Remote Control SAT-A4 OnlySelecting IR/RF Transmission SAT-A4 Only Setting the Security Code SAT-A4 Only Select the Digital Satellite Receiver’s RF Security CodeSet the Remote Control’s RF Security Code Displaying the Programmable Codes To display the list of programmable codesRunning a System Test If The System Test Reports Any ProblemsSelect System Test from the Setup Menu Select Test To run the System TestDisplaying Help, Tips, and Shortcuts Displaying Troubleshooting InformationTo display troubleshooting information To display tips and shortcut informationOther Information Button Description Location and Function of ControlsFront Panel Connector Description Cable Type Back Panel SAT-A4Back Panel SAT-B3 Outside Panel SAT-A4 Using the Remote ControlSAT-A4 Remote Control Button Operates DescriptionSAT Inside Panel SAT-A4 SAT-B3 Remote Control Button Oper Description AtesProgramming the Remote Control To Check if the Code Number WorksCable Box Codes SAT-A4 Only Programmable CodesTV Codes VCR CodesTroubleshooting SymptomSymptom Possible Causes and Remedies Via the Purchase menu optionCustomer Support on page 2 for customer support information Telephone numbersPrecautions FCC Registration Information Service RequirementsFCC Regulations and Information Radio Interference InformationAbout Sony Customer Support Limited WarrantyDirectv Systems Specifications Output JacksIndex Buttons 7, 8, 26, 82Power buttons 7, 8, 78, 81, 83, 84 power indicator
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